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Planning in Harbury

Approved
88%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Harbury

Harbury is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Stratford-on-Avon district of Warwickshire, located approximately 3 miles west-southwest of Southam and 5 miles southeast of Royal Leamington Spa. With a population of 2,420 as recorded in the 2011 Census, the parish encompasses 3,397 acres, including the hamlet of Deppers Bridge, and is bordered by the River Itchen and the historic Fosse Way. The village is easily accessible via the A425 road and is situated just north of the Chiltern Main Line, with Junction 12 of the M40 motorway located roughly 3 miles to the south, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,706 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stratford-on-Avon district.

Harbury covers an area of approximately 1373.3 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 Harbury show an average sale price of £330,868, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harbury 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 (May 2026). This makes Harbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Harbury has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harbury 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.harbury-pc.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Harbury, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Harbury. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), outline applications (5), full planning applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harbury?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Harbury. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harbury?
The average planning decision time near Harbury is 47 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 Harbury?
The planning approval rate near Harbury is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harbury?
The most common type of planning application near Harbury is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Harbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.