Rugby, Warwickshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Rugby, Warwickshire.
Warwickshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Rugby are administered by Rugby Borough Council. View the full Rugby Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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: £303,082 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rugby
- Parliamentary constituency: Rugby
- LSOA: Rugby 002F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
73 planning applications found near Rugby.
- - 5, HIGH STREET, RUGBY, CV21 3BG
Details of condition 5 (Noise Assessment) of R25/1099. (Proposed change of use of part of the first floor and second floor from shop storage area to residential.)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-07-07
View full details - R26/0657 - 5, HIGH STREET, RUGBY, CV21 3BG
Details of condition 5 (Noise Assessment) of R25/1099.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-07-07 - - CEMEX HOUSE, EVREUX WAY, RUGBY, CV21 2DT
Application for the approval of details relating to condition 10 & 12 (Surface Water Drainage Scheme & Drainage Maintenance Plan) of R22/1102 (Proposed demolition of existing office building and erect
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - - 89, Murray Road, Rugby, CV21 3JP
Prior approval for a single storey rear extension measuring 4.5m long, 3.8m high and 2.9m at eaves.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-06-04
View full details - R26/0501 - MORGAN SINDALL, CORPORATION STREET, RUGBY, CV21 2DW
Prior approval for proposed change of use from Class E space to 54 apartments.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-18 - - MORGAN SINDALL, CORPORATION STREET, RUGBY, CV21 2DW
Prior approval for proposed change of use from Class E space (Offices) to 54 apartments.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - R26/0430 - LAND SOUTH OF COVENTRY ROAD AND CAWSTON LANE, COVENTRY ROAD, RUGBY
Variation of condition 1 of R24/0971 - 9 affordable housing units (consisting of
Status: Undecided | Type: Major Application | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-07 - R26/0443 - Elliots Field Shopping Park, LEICESTER ROAD, RUGBY
Details of conditions 6 and 7(a) of R25/0601.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-05-01 - 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 - R26/0373 - 30, Village House, The Green, Rugby
Proposed new entrance door to existing retail unit.
Status: Undecided | Type: 8 Weeks PA | Council: Rugby | Date: 2026-04-28 - 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 - 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 - - 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 - R26/0271 - 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 - - 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
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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 £303,082, 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, 92 planning applications were submitted near Rugby. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Rugby maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 69 days on average, decisions near Rugby slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Rugby were outline applications (41), discharge of conditions (17), advertising consent (5).
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 9 medium-scale applications, 62 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 30 applications
- Refused: 5 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 56 applications
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