Dunchurch, Warwickshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dunchurch, Warwickshire.
Warwickshire · England · settlement
About Dunchurch
Dunchurch is a vibrant village and civil parish located in the Borough of Rugby, approximately 2.5 miles southwest of Rugby's centre in Warwickshire. As of the 2021 Census, the population of Dunchurch, which also encompasses the hamlet of Toft, has grown to 4,123, marking a notable increase from 2,938 in 2011. This growth may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area.
Population: 4,120 (2021) · Area: 1320.5 km²
District: Rugby
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Area Information
- Admin district: Rugby
- Parliamentary constituency: Rugby
- LSOA: Rugby 009B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dunchurch.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dunchurch.
- 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 Dunchurch based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Dunchurch.
- R26/0416 - 9, Vicarage Lane, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6QP
Non material amendment of R24/1029.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-24 - - THE FORGE, THE SQUARE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6NU
T1 Horse chestnut reduction of branches overhanging the neighbouring garden to a suitable point close to the boundary line, and reshaping of the canopy to rebalance the tree. The reason for the work i
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 10, CRITCHLEY DRIVE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6PJ
T1 Cherry, cut to ground, tree is Ivy swamped with poor form, insignificant in context of conservation area and shading out conservatory to N.W. T2. and T3 Birches, cut to ground, upper crowns both sh
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - NEW LODGE, VICARAGE LANE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QP
T1 Holly, prune back from roof of property to give 0.5m clearance, prune height by 1m to maintain at size appropriate for location directly next to house, tree is currently 6m height, insignificant in
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 1, NEWCOMBE CLOSE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6ND
Prior approval for a proposed single storey rear extension measuring 5.5m long, 3.5m high and 2.25m at eaves.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - CROSS KEYS, VICARAGE LANE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QP
Partial Conversion Of Garage To Form Bedroom and Ensuite
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 91, NORCROFT HOUSE, RUGBY ROAD, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6PQ
Fell spruce
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - THE OLD COACH HOUSE, THE GREEN, RUGBY, CV22 6NJ
We wish to cut down the hazel trees in our front garden as they are breaking up the driveway and the roots will be damaging the sewage pipes. There are six trees. One Main tree plus offshoots.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Guy's Common, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6NQ
Tree tag no. 419 - mature Willow (see photograph P1) To carry out the following work as recommended within the tree survey report of September 2025 (see copy report - document R1): - crown lift to app
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - DUNCHURCH PARK HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTRE, RUGBY ROAD, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QW
Listed building consent for proposed restoration of existing glasshouse.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Plum Tree Cottage, 45 School Street, Dunchurch, RUGBY, CV22 6PA
T1 - Magnolia, reduce by approx. 1.5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - 49, DAVENTRY ROAD, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6NS
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed garage conversion and rear extension.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Rugby | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - 28, Hope Cottage, SOUTHAM ROAD, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6NL
As identified by Tree Wise Men, Quote ref. 12050 1 x Beech tree (approx. 10m) in close proximity to neighbour's property, our detached garage and office. Proposed action: take to ground. 1 x Whitebeam
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2025-08-29
View full details - - 18, BOUGHTON CLOSE, RUGBY, CV22 6BZ
Change of Use of residential garage to be used as cosmetic medical services.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2025-03-05
View full details - - 78, THE HEATH, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6RJ
T1 T2 Laurel reduce to resultant spread approx 1.5m out from trunk . Reduce to 3.5-4m in resultant height T3 Thuja - Reduce in sides (leaving height) to a resultant spread 2- 2.5 m out from trunk .
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2025-01-22
View full details - - 9, Vicarage Lane, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6QP
Proposed wrap-around extension to the eastern and southern elevations, dormer window, gable roof extension, changes to fenestration, relocation of tree T06, and relocation of a gate with hedge infill.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2024-11-04
View full details - - DUNCHURCH METHODIST CHURCH, CAWSTON LANE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QE
Approval of details in relation to conditions 4 (fences and gates), 5 (ecological and landscaping scheme) and 9 (noise assessment) attached to R23/0174 - Change of use from Church to a Montessori Nurs
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2024-04-17
View full details - - 3, RUGBY ROAD, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6PF
Single storey rear extension and front porch. Installation of air source heat pump, solar panels and new flue to serve log burner.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2023-12-22
View full details - - DUNCHURCH PARK HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTRE, RUGBY ROAD, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QW
Retention of children's playground, security barrier and gatehouse for a temporary period to 31-Jan-2025.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Dunchurch in Warwickshire
Dunchurch is a vibrant village and civil parish located in the Borough of Rugby, approximately 2.5 miles southwest of Rugby's centre in Warwickshire. As of the 2021 Census, the population of Dunchurch, which also encompasses the hamlet of Toft, has grown to 4,123, marking a notable increase from 2,938 in 2011. This growth may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,120 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rugby district.
Dunchurch covers an area of approximately 1320.5 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 Dunchurch a particularly low-crime area.
Dunchurch has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Dunchurch includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Dunchurch
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Dunchurch. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dunchurch may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 70 days on average, decisions near Dunchurch slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Dunchurch were tree works (10), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (6). 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, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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