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Planning in New Cheltenham

Approved
91%
48 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About New Cheltenham

New Cheltenham is a settlement located in Gloucestershire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Cheltenham 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 New Cheltenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Cheltenham 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near New Cheltenham, 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, 120 planning applications were submitted near New Cheltenham. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (35), outline applications (19), advertising consent (16). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Cheltenham?
In the last 24 months, 120 planning applications were submitted near New Cheltenham. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Cheltenham?
The average planning decision time near New Cheltenham is 59 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 New Cheltenham?
The planning approval rate near New Cheltenham is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Cheltenham?
The most common type of planning application near New Cheltenham is full planning applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Cheltenham?
You can search and track planning applications near New Cheltenham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.