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Planning in Alcester

Approved
87%
39 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Alcester in the last 24 months, from Stratford-on-Avon District Council's planning register.

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Around Alcester

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About Alcester

Alcester is a historic market town and civil parish situated in the Stratford-on-Avon District of Warwickshire, England, approximately 8 miles west of Stratford-upon-Avon and 7 miles south of Redditch. With roots tracing back to Roman Britain, Alcester lies at the confluence of the River Alne and River Arrow, making it a significant area for planning applications that reflect its rich heritage and strategic location. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,026 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stratford-on-Avon district.

Alcester covers an area of approximately 1303.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Alcester show an average sale price of £379,695, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Alcester 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 (September 2026). This makes Alcester 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, Alcester 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.alcester.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Alcester, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Alcester. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), outline applications (6), listed building and heritage (4).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alcester?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Alcester. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alcester?
The average planning decision time near Alcester is 66 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 Alcester?
The planning approval rate near Alcester is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alcester?
The most common type of planning application near Alcester is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alcester?
You can search and track planning applications near Alcester on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.