How long do planning decisions take near Barrow?

The average planning decision time near Barrow is 44 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 Barrow?

The planning approval rate near Barrow is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Barrow?

The most common type of planning application near Barrow is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Barrow?

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Barrow, Rutland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barrow, Rutland.

Rutland · England · settlement

Planning applications in Barrow are administered by Rutland County Council. View the full Rutland County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Barrow

Barrow is a small village and civil parish situated in Rutland, East Midlands, approximately five miles north-east of Oakham. As of the 2011 census, the population of Barrow was under 100, and it is part of the civil parish of Cottesmore, making it a quaint and low-density area for potential planning applications.

Population: 87 (2021) · Area: 1.6 km²

District: Rutland

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Area Information

Admin district: Rutland
Parliamentary constituency: Rutland and Stamford
LSOA: Rutland 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barrow.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Barrow.

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 Barrow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Barrow.

2026/0840/FUL - Middle Farm Main Street Barrow Rutland LE15 7PE
Two storey extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-07-03

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A brief summary of Barrow in Rutland

Barrow covers an area of approximately 1.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Barrow a particularly low-crime area.

Barrow has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cottesmore, Market Overton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Barrow

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Barrow. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Barrow may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Barrow were tree works (4), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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