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Planning in Leckhampton

Approved
93%
174 of 180 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leckhampton in the last 24 months, from Cheltenham Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Leckhampton

Postcode districts

GL53 414 applications in the last 12 monthsGL51 394 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cheltenham Borough Council

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About Leckhampton

Leckhampton is a village located in the southern part of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, within the civil parish of Leckhampton with Warden Hill. As of the 2011 census, the population of the civil parish stood at 4,409. This area, part of the Cheltenham district, is relevant for those researching planning applications due to its residential nature and community growth. It sits within the Leckhampton with Warden Hill district.

Property prices in Leckhampton show an average sale price of £434,214, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Leckhampton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Leckhampton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Leckhampton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leckhampton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Leckhampton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 214 planning applications were submitted near Leckhampton. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), discharge of conditions (34), outline applications (24). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

18 planning appeals were lodged, of which 6 were allowed and 12 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leckhampton?
In the last 24 months, 214 planning applications were submitted near Leckhampton. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Leckhampton?
The average planning decision time near Leckhampton is 50 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Leckhampton?
The planning approval rate near Leckhampton is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Leckhampton?
The most common type of planning application near Leckhampton is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Leckhampton?
You can search and track planning applications near Leckhampton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.