How long do planning decisions take near Long Lawford?

The average planning decision time near Long Lawford is 83 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 Long Lawford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Long Lawford?

The most common type of planning application near Long Lawford is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Long Lawford?

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Long Lawford, Warwickshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Long Lawford, Warwickshire.

Warwickshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Long Lawford are administered by Rugby Borough Council. View the full Rugby Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Long Lawford

Long Lawford is a growing village and civil parish in the Rugby borough of Warwickshire, situated approximately 1.75 miles west of Rugby town centre. According to the 2021 census, its population reached 4,545, reflecting a notable increase from 3,180 in 2011 and 2,863 in 2001, highlighting its development potential for planning applications in the area.

Population: 4,502 (2021) · Area: 778.8 km²

District: Rugby

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £304,080 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rugby
Parliamentary constituency: Rugby
LSOA: Rugby 013D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Long Lawford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Long Lawford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Long Lawford.

R26/0249 - 9, Garratt Close, Long Lawford, Rugby, CV23 9DL
First floor side extension with ground floor front extension
Status: Undecided | Type: 8 Weeks PA | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-06
- 23, Chapel Street, Long Lawford, Rugby, CV23 9BH
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed hip to gable loft conversion with dormer to the rear and velux to front.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-25
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A brief summary of Long Lawford in Warwickshire

Long Lawford covers an area of approximately 778.8 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 Long Lawford show an average sale price of £304,080, 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 Long Lawford a particularly low-crime area.

Long Lawford 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.

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Planning Activity in Long Lawford

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Long Lawford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

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

The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Long Lawford were outline applications (5), tree works (1), amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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