How long do planning decisions take near Sambourne?

The average planning decision time near Sambourne is 50 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 Sambourne?

The planning approval rate near Sambourne is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sambourne?

The most common type of planning application near Sambourne is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sambourne?

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Sambourne, Warwickshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sambourne, Warwickshire.

Warwickshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Sambourne are administered by Stratford On Avon District Council. View the full Stratford On Avon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Sambourne

Sambourne is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Warwickshire, England, just 1.5 miles northwest of Coughton and 4.5 miles south of Redditch. Nestled on sloping terrain near the ancient Ridge Way, it features a charming triangular green surrounded by historic timber-framed buildings dating back to the 17th century. Since becoming a conservation area on 22 July 1991, Sambourne has preserved its unique character, making it an attractive location for planning applications related to heritage and development.

Population: 770 (2021) · Area: 864.1 km²

District: Stratford-on-Avon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £287,170 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wychavon
Parliamentary constituency: Redditch
LSOA: Wychavon 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sambourne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sambourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Sambourne.

- Rossclare Sambourne Park Sambourne Lane Sambourne Redditch B96 6PE
Installation of new front access gates to driveway, installation of external air conditioning condensing units, and removal of rear first floor balcony
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stratford on Avon | Date: 2025-10-10
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A brief summary of Sambourne in Warwickshire

Sambourne covers an area of approximately 864.1 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 Sambourne show an average sale price of £287,170, 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 Sambourne a particularly low-crime area.

Sambourne 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Sambourne includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

Planning Activity in Sambourne

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Sambourne. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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 Sambourne.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Sambourne were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 40% 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, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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