How many planning applications has Stratford-on-Avon District Council received?

Stratford-on-Avon District Council received 1,529 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 75%.

How long does Stratford-on-Avon District Council take to decide planning applications?

Stratford-on-Avon District Council takes an average of 58 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Stratford-on-Avon District Council?

Stratford-on-Avon District Council approves 75% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in Stratford-on-Avon District Council?

To object to a Stratford-on-Avon District Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Stratford-on-Avon District Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Stratford-on-Avon District Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a Stratford-on-Avon District Council planning decision?

Yes. If Stratford-on-Avon District Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 949 appeals were lodged against Stratford-on-Avon District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 34% success rate.

Stratford-on-Avon District Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Stratford-on-Avon District Council planning applications?

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Region: West Midlands

About Stratford-on-Avon District Council

Stratford-on-Avon District Council, located in Warwickshire, England, governs a predominantly rural area that encompasses the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon and several other towns, including Alcester, Henley-in-Arden, Shipston-on-Stour, and Southam, along with numerous villages and hamlets. Covering nearly half of Warwickshire’s area, this district features part of the Cotswolds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a significant region for those interested in planning applications related to both urban and rural development.

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Stratford-on-Avon District Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Stratford-on-Avon District Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Stratford-on-Avon District Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £423,476 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Warwickshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Warwickshire and Bedworth
LSOA: North Warwickshire 003B

Crime Statistics

85 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 29
anti-social-behaviour: 20
public-order: 7
burglary: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 6
vehicle-crime: 4
other-theft: 3
other-crime: 3
bicycle-theft: 2
shoplifting: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Stratford-on-Avon District Council.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Stratford-on-Avon District Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Stratford-on-Avon District Council

489 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Stratford-on-Avon District Council area.

Monitoring Stations

6 flood monitoring stations near Stratford-on-Avon District Council.

Polesworth (River Anker)
Mancetter (River Anker)
Kingsbury LVL
Temple Mill (River Sence)
Nuneaton (River Anker)
Rainfall station

A brief summary of Stratford-on-Avon District Council

The average property sale price in the Stratford-on-Avon District Council area is £423,476, based on 50 recent transactions.

The Stratford-on-Avon District Council area recorded 85 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 2 designated conservation areas within the Stratford-on-Avon District Council area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Whichford, No data available for publication by HE.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The Stratford-on-Avon District Council area includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

The council area encompasses 489 towns and villages, including Atherstone, Bedworth, Kenilworth, Nuneaton, Royal Leamington Spa and Rugby. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Stratford-on-Avon District Council Planning Applications

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Whether you're a resident checking Stratford-on-Avon District Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Stratford-on-Avon District Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,529 planning applications Stratford-on-Avon District Council received. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile in Stratford-on-Avon District Council.

At 58 days on average, decisions in Stratford-on-Avon District Council slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types in Stratford-on-Avon District Council were tree works (569), outline applications (251), full planning applications (215). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 21 large-scale (major) developments, 115 medium-scale applications, 1,391 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

949 planning appeals were lodged against Stratford-on-Avon District Council decisions, of which 303 were allowed and 583 were dismissed (34% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 459 applications
Refused: 79 applications
Withdrawn: 77 applications
Awaiting decision: 914 applications

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