Freehold plot approx. 0.056 acres in Leckhampton
A rare small freehold plot of about 0.056 acres in sought-after Leckhampton, positioned directly onto Fairhaven Road. The site is wooded and overgrown, with road frontage, on-street parking and immediate residential neighbours on two sides — a clear infill opportunity for a sympathetic build subject to planning and clearance.
An application for two dwellings was submitted in 2023 but was withdrawn after public consultation; local objections and civic comments focussed on over‑development and limited amenity space. The Civic Society and the Architects Panel suggested a single two‑storey house or a small mews‑style property would better respect the local context. Highways raised no objections.
This plot will suit a developer or bespoke housebuilder comfortable working through planning constraints in a very affluent area. Practical considerations include tree and undergrowth clearance, limited footprint for gardens, and neighbouring boundaries on two sides. There are good local amenities, outstanding and highly ranked schools nearby, excellent mobile and fast broadband, and straightforward road access to central Cheltenham and the M5.
Important negatives: no planning permission is in place; the previous scheme attracted local opposition; the site is constrained and will need professional input (planning, arboriculture, surveys) before development can proceed. Buyers should budget for clearance, consultant fees and potentially revised proposals to gain consent.
