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Planning in Polesworth

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Polesworth in the last 24 months, from North Warwickshire Borough Council's planning register.

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About Polesworth

Polesworth is a prominent village and civil parish located in the North Warwickshire district of England, near the county's northern border with Staffordshire. Positioned just 3 miles east of Tamworth and 4.5 miles northwest of Atherstone, it is well-connected to major urban areas, lying 15 miles northeast of Birmingham. This strategic location makes Polesworth a key area for planning applications and regional development. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,729 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Warwickshire district.

Polesworth covers an area of approximately 1662.3 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 Polesworth show an average sale price of £301,986, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Polesworth 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 Polesworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Polesworth has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Polesworth 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Polesworth, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Polesworth. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Polesworth?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Polesworth. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Polesworth?
The average planning decision time near Polesworth 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 Polesworth?
The planning approval rate near Polesworth is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Polesworth?
The most common type of planning application near Polesworth is listed building consent applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Polesworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Polesworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.