Dunchurch, Warwickshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dunchurch, Warwickshire.
Warwickshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Dunchurch are administered by Rugby Borough Council. View the full Rugby Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £303,082 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rugby
- Parliamentary constituency: Kenilworth and Southam
- LSOA: Rugby 012G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
436 planning applications found near Dunchurch.
- - YE OLDE SCHOOL, THE SQUARE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6NU
Variation of condition 2 of R25/0436 - (Proposed replacement garage with side extension). Changes to roof finish.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - - Guy's Common, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6NQ
Mature Sycamore (tag no. 416) The tree was noted as being in poor condition at the time of the tree survey in September 2025. It now displays clear symptoms of sooty bark disease (see photographs P1 t
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-29
View full details - - St Peter's Church, The Square, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6NU
T1,-T7, Yew trees mix of Irish and English, 33% reduction in height and pruning of wayward side stems. The reasons are to tidy the appearance of the trees, alleviate unsightly overhanging branches and
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - R26/0316 - 38, CAWSTON LANE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QE
Erection of additional storey with first floor front balcony, single storey rear
Status: Undecided | Type: 8 Weeks PA | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-13 - R26/0457 - 53, Sandford Way, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6NB
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Prior Approval Extension | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-12 - - 53, Sandford Way, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6NB
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension measuring 5m long, 3.5m high and 2.5m at eaves.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - CLAVERHOUSE, VICARAGE LANE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QP
T1 is a mature Walnut tree located to the front of the property. T1 requires a maximum 1-2m overall crown reduction, removing any crossing or rubbing branches, major deadwood or poor growth form withi
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - R26/0416 - 9, Vicarage Lane, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6QP
Non material amendment of R24/1029.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-24 - - 9, Vicarage Lane, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6QP
Non material amendment of R24/1029 Appeal reference (APP/E3715/W/25/3362832) to reposition two small ground floor windows and amendment to the configuration of three ground floor windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 9, Vicarage Lane, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6QP
Details of conditions 3 (Tree Protection) and 4 (Windows) of permssion R24/1029 (Appeal ref: APP/E3715/W/25/3362832)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - 1, RUSSELL AVENUE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6PX
Proposed conversion of a conservatory to an extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - DUNCHURCH PARK HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTRE, RUGBY ROAD, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QW
Variation of condition 1 of R23/1273 (retention of children's playground, gatehouse and security barrier) for a further temporary period of 18 months.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - THE OLD COACH HOUSE, THE GREEN, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6NJ
In the front garden. 1 maple and 2 false acacia cut down due to roots damaging drive and garage. In the back garden. Cut down Sycamore due to roots going under neighbours house.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-03
View full details - - 38, CAWSTON LANE, DUNCHURCH, RUGBY, CV22 6QE
Erection of additional storey with first floor front balcony, single storey rear extension, front canopy and associated changes to fenestration
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 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: Permitted | 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: Permitted | 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: Permitted | 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
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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.
Property prices in Dunchurch show an average sale price of £303,082, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dunchurch 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.
Planning Activity in Dunchurch
In the last 24 months, 103 planning applications were submitted near Dunchurch. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 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.
The average decision period of 75 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Dunchurch were outline applications (40), tree works (27), discharge of conditions (20).
In terms of development scale, 9 large-scale (major) developments, 13 medium-scale applications, 78 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (75% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 83 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 16 applications
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