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Planning in Little Compton

Approved
87%
26 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Little Compton

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About Little Compton

Little Compton is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Stratford-on-Avon district of south Warwickshire, situated approximately three miles east of Moreton-in-Marsh. Once an exclave of Gloucestershire, the village features the Reed Business School at its heart, owned by Sir Alec Reed, making it a notable location for educational planning and development in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 276 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stratford-on-Avon district.

Little Compton covers an area of approximately 1157.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Little Compton 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 Little Compton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Little Compton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Compton 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://littlecompton.info.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Little Compton, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Little Compton. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (4).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (75% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Compton?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Little Compton. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Compton?
The average planning decision time near Little Compton is 53 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 Little Compton?
The planning approval rate near Little Compton is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Compton?
The most common type of planning application near Little Compton is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Compton?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Compton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.