How long do planning decisions take near Lapworth?

The average planning decision time near Lapworth is 56 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 Lapworth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lapworth?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lapworth?

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Lapworth, Warwickshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lapworth, Warwickshire.

Warwickshire · England · settlement

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About Lapworth

Lapworth is a quaint village and civil parish in Warwickshire, England, home to approximately 1,828 residents as of the 2011 Census. Situated seven miles south of Solihull and ten miles northwest of Warwick, it includes the hamlet of Kingswood. The village is notable for its historic Church of St Mary the Virgin and is in proximity to two National Trust properties: the medieval Baddesley Clinton and the Tudor Packwood House, making it a charming area for potential planning applications focused on heritage and community development.

Population: 1,916 (2021)

District: Warwick

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £401,612 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Warwick
Parliamentary constituency: Kenilworth and Southam
LSOA: Warwick 004A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lapworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lapworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Lapworth.

- Cricket Ground, Old Warwick Road, Lapworth, Solihull, B94 6AZ
Replacement outdoor all new weather two lane enclosed netted practice area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Warwick | Date: 2026-03-09
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- The Moorings, Old Warwick Road, Lapworth, Solihull, B94 6AP
Demolition of existing garage. Ererection of two storey front and side extensions. Erection of single storey side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Warwick | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 3 Drawbridge Cottages, Old Warwick Road, Lapworth, Solihull, B94 6AP
Erection of first floor side extension with associated front and rear dormers
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Warwick | Date: 2025-03-28
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- Lapworth Hall, Grove Lane, Lapworth, Solihull, B94 6AR
T1 Copper beech (overhanging Yew Tree House) - Prune back to boundary by approx. 3-4m T2 Cypress (overhanging Yew Tree House) - Prune back to boundary by approx. 3-4m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Warwick | Date: 2024-06-12
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A brief summary of Lapworth in Warwickshire

Property prices in Lapworth show an average sale price of £401,612, 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 Lapworth a particularly low-crime area.

Lapworth has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Lapworth. 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 Lapworth

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Lapworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lapworth were full planning applications (4), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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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