Skip to content

Planning in Northleach

Approved
93%
39 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Northleach in the last 24 months, from Cotswold District Council's planning register.

Decided by Cotswold District CouncilCouncil page

Around Northleach

For home projects and trades

About Northleach

Northleach is a historic market town located in the picturesque Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England, nestled in the valley of the River Leach. Approximately 10 miles northeast of Cirencester and 11 miles east-southeast of Cheltenham, it serves as a vibrant community hub with a population of 1,931 as of the 2021 Census. This charming town, now part of the parish Northleach with Eastington, offers a rich context for planning applications, reflecting its unique character and growth within the region.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Northleach 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 Northleach, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Northleach. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (19), listed building and heritage (7), full planning applications (6). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Northleach?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Northleach. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Northleach?
The average planning decision time near Northleach is 39 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 Northleach?
The planning approval rate near Northleach is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Northleach?
The most common type of planning application near Northleach is tree works applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Northleach?
You can search and track planning applications near Northleach on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.