Rugby, Warwickshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Rugby, Warwickshire.
Warwickshire · England · Town
About Rugby
Rugby is a market town located in eastern Warwickshire, England, near the River Avon. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 78,117, making it the second-largest town in the county. Rugby serves as the principal settlement in the Borough of Rugby, which boasts a total population of 114,400, highlighting its significance in the region for planning and development considerations.
Population: 70,627 (2011)
District: Rugby
Website: http://www.rugby.gov.uk
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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 002B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Rugby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rugby.
- 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 Rugby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
59 planning applications found near Rugby.
- R26/0388 - MACREADY THEATRE, LAWRENCE SHERIFF STREET, RUGBY, CV22 5EJ
Listed building consent for internal alterations, widening existing openings and
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-30 - R26/0357 - 21, MOULTRIE ROAD, RUGBY, CV21 3BD
Listed Building Consent for alterations to a Grade II listed building including
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-27 - R26/0186 - 1, CASTLE MEWS, RUGBY, CV21 2XL
Change of use from offices E(g)(i) to class F1(f) public worship.
Status: Undecided | Type: 8 Weeks PA | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-31 - - CEMEX HOUSE, EVREUX WAY, RUGBY, CV21 2DT
Approval of details in relation to condition 19 and 21 (partial) attached to R22/1102 - Demolition Traffic Management Plan and demolition/construction access
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - R26/0326 - CEMEX HOUSE, EVREUX WAY, RUGBY, CV21 2DT
Proposed demolition of existing office building and erection of a new Class E fo
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-30 - R26/0271 - 35, HIGH STREET, RUGBY, CV21 3BW
Installation of defibrillator and bleed control kit cabinets to external wall.
Status: Undecided | Type: 8 Weeks PA | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-25 - - 12 , Railway Terrace, Rugby, CV21 3EW
Details of condition 3 (Noise Report) and 4 (Air Quality) of R24/0573. (Conversion of first floor to 1 bedroom flat to include part of ground floor for access.)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 35, HIGH STREET, RUGBY, CV21 3BW
Installation of defibrillator and bleed control kit cabinets to external wall.
Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 31, Manor Road, Rugby, CV21 2SZ
Change of use from 5no. persons HMO (Use Class C4) to HMO for up to 10no. persons (Sui Generis)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 27, PARK ROAD, RUGBY, CV21 2QU
Lawful development certificate for a proposed L shaped dormer.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 31, Manor Road, Rugby, CV21 2SZ
Lawful development certificate for a proposed L shaped dormer.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 27, PARK ROAD, RUGBY, CV21 2QU
Change of use from 6 person C4 HMO to Sui Generis (maximum 10 occupancy) HMO
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 76, NEWBOLD ROAD, RUGBY, CV21 2NQ
Proposed dropped kerb.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 5, CEDAR HOUSE APARTMENTS, MOULTRIE ROAD, RUGBY, CV21 3BD
Cedar tree (T1): lateral crown spread (measured from the centre of the tree) is to be reduced to 5 metres to all aspects; the reduction is to only apply to the lower two thirds of the crown, graduatin
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 34, KIMBERLEY ROAD, RUGBY, CV21 2SU
Change of use from existing single dwellinghouse to 2 flats
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 32 NORTH STREET RUGBY CV21 2AH
Removal and replacement of 9No existing external condenser units with new units.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 154, RAILWAY TERRACE, RUGBY, CV21 3HN
Change of use from shop to take away with new extraction system.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 32 North Street, Rugby, CV21 2AG
Advertisement consent for proposed Installation of new external illuminated fascia and projecting signage, window vinyls and new external ATM and associated illuminated signage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 32 North Street, Rugby, CV21 2AG
Full planning for Installation of new external illuminated fascia and projecting signage, window vinyls and new external ATM and associated illuminated signage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 9, CHURCH STREET, RUGBY, CV21 3PH
Details of condition 3 (Window Details) of R25/0278. (Change Of Use of First Floor Offices to 1 Bed Flat Including Ground Floor Extension to create office space.)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-01-19
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A brief summary of Rugby in Warwickshire
Rugby is a market town located in eastern Warwickshire, England, near the River Avon. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 78,117, making it the second-largest town in the county. Rugby serves as the principal settlement in the Borough of Rugby, which boasts a total population of 114,400, highlighting its significance in the region for planning and development considerations. The Town has a population of approximately 70,627 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Rugby district.
Property prices in Rugby 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 Rugby a particularly low-crime area.
Rugby 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rugby planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.rugby.gov.uk. 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.
Planning Activity in Rugby
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Rugby. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Rugby.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Rugby were outline applications (39), discharge of conditions (12), tree works (5).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 7 medium-scale applications, 61 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 34 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 42 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.