What is the planning approval rate near Longford?

The planning approval rate near Longford is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longford?

The most common type of planning application near Longford is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Longford, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longford, West Midlands.

West Midlands · England · settlement

Planning applications in Longford are administered by Coventry City Council. View the full Coventry City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Longford

Longford is the largest town in County Longford, Ireland, with a population of 10,952 as of the 2022 census, representing one third of the county's residents. Strategically located at the junction of the N4 and N5 roads, it serves as a key transit point for traffic travelling between Dublin and County Mayo or north County Roscommon. Additionally, Longford railway station, situated on the Dublin-Sligo line, is a vital hub for commuters in the area, making it an important consideration for those exploring planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £251,042 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Coventry
Parliamentary constituency: Coventry East
LSOA: Coventry 004A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Longford.

- 1a Sydnall Road, Coventry, CV6 6BU
Variation of condition No. 2 (revisions to approved drawings); imposed on planning permission reference FUL/2014/4231 granted on 05/03/2015 for demolition of existing commercial launderette and erecti
Type: Conditions | Council: Coventry | Date: 2026-03-18
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- Unit 1 To 3, Rowleys Green Industrial Estate Rowleys Green Lane, Coventry, CV6 6AN
Retrospective change of use from a workshop/warehouse and church, community training and meeting centre (Sui Generis) to a Restaurant, Shisha Lounge, and Event Venue (Sui Generis)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Coventry | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Land At, Arena Shopping Park Classic Drive, Coventry, CV6 6LN
Submission of details to discharge condition 5-travel plan: imposed on planning permission PL/2024/0001459/FUL for construction of two drive-through units (Use Class E and / or Sui Generis Take-Away),
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Coventry | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Popeyes Drive Thru, Unit 14, Arena Retail Park Classic Drive, Coventry, CV6 6AS
Installation of 31 no. signs including fascia, projecting, banner and wayfinding signage, 8 of which are illuminated.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Coventry | Date: 2025-10-15
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- Coventry Building Society Arena Judds Lane, Coventry, CV6 6GE
External works to install and re-decorate newly formed shopfront.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Coventry | Date: 2023-10-04
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A brief summary of Longford in West Midlands

Property prices in Longford show an average sale price of £251,042, 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 Longford a particularly low-crime area.

Longford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Coventry Canal. 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 Longford

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Longford. Of these, 33% were approved.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Longford.

The most common application types near Longford were full planning applications (13), outline applications (11), discharge of conditions (5). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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