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Planning in Rowanfield

Approved
88%
104 of 108 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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Around Rowanfield

Postcode districts

GL51 394 applications in the last 12 monthsGL50 411 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 Rowanfield

Rowanfield is a residential neighbourhood in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, known for its social housing estate featuring Wimpey no-fines houses and low-rise flats, constructed around 1953. It is bordered by Rowanfield School and a playing field to the west, with Hesters Way to the north and the older Rowanfield Road to the east. Situated 1.5 miles west of Cheltenham's town centre, Rowanfield also adjoins the St Mark's district to the south-west, making it a key area for planning applications related to community development and housing.

Property prices in Rowanfield 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 Rowanfield 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 Rowanfield 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, Rowanfield 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 Rowanfield, 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, 153 planning applications were submitted near Rowanfield. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (19), outline applications (18), full planning applications (10). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rowanfield?
In the last 24 months, 153 planning applications were submitted near Rowanfield. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rowanfield?
The average planning decision time near Rowanfield is 37 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 Rowanfield?
The planning approval rate near Rowanfield is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rowanfield?
The most common type of planning application near Rowanfield is listed building consent applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rowanfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Rowanfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.