How long do planning decisions take near Over Whitacre?

The average planning decision time near Over Whitacre is 31 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 Over Whitacre?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Over Whitacre?

The most common type of planning application near Over Whitacre is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Over Whitacre?

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Over Whitacre, Warwickshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Over Whitacre, Warwickshire.

Warwickshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Over Whitacre are administered by North Warwickshire Borough Council. View the full North Warwickshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Over Whitacre

Over Whitacre is a small village in North Warwickshire, England, encompassing the hamlets of Botts Green, Furnace End, and Monwode Lea, with a population of 411 as of the 2011 census. Primarily residential and agricultural, the village also hosts some light industry and is located near Nether Whitacre and Whitacre Heath. The hamlet of Furnace End is historically linked to iron smelting, reflecting the area's industrial heritage.

Population: 407 (2021) · Area: 760.5 km²

District: North Warwickshire

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Area Information

Admin district: North Warwickshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Warwickshire and Bedworth
LSOA: North Warwickshire 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Over Whitacre.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Over Whitacre based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Over Whitacre.

- Caravan At Quarry Nook Nuneaton Road Over Whitacre Birmingham B46 2NH
Temporary siting of a static caravan
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2024-06-07
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A brief summary of Over Whitacre in Warwickshire

Over Whitacre covers an area of approximately 760.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Over Whitacre includes 3 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 Over Whitacre

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Over Whitacre. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.

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

The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Over Whitacre were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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