How long do planning decisions take near Knowle Fields?

The average planning decision time near Knowle Fields is 69 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 Knowle Fields?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Knowle Fields?

The most common type of planning application near Knowle Fields is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Knowle Fields?

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Knowle Fields, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Knowle Fields, Worcestershire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Stratford-on-Avon
Parliamentary constituency: Stratford-on-Avon
LSOA: Stratford-on-Avon 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Knowle Fields.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Knowle Fields based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Knowle Fields.

- The Oaks Worcester Road Knowle Fields Cookhill Alcester B49 5LS
Removal of conservatory and erection of extension to the side of the property
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2026-03-27
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- The Oaks Worcester Road Knowle Fields Cookhill B49 5LS
Erection of wooden outbuilding (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wychavon | Date: 2025-12-24
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A brief summary of Knowle Fields in Worcestershire

Knowle Fields is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

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

Knowle Fields 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 Knowle Fields includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Knowle Fields

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Knowle Fields. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

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

At 69 days on average, decisions near Knowle Fields slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Knowle Fields were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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