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Planning in Southam

Approved
80%
20 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Southam in the last 24 months, from Stratford-on-Avon District Council's planning register.

Decided by Stratford-on-Avon District CouncilCouncil page

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About Southam

Southam is a market town and civil parish situated in the Stratford-on-Avon district of Warwickshire, England, approximately 6.5 miles east-southeast of Leamington Spa. With a population of 8,114 recorded in the 2021 census, Southam presents a vibrant community, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,111 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stratford-on-Avon district.

Southam covers an area of approximately 1261.9 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 Southam show an average sale price of £365,990, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Southam 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 Southam, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Southam. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were outline applications (11), discharge of conditions (4), tree works (3). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Southam?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Southam. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Southam?
The average planning decision time near Southam is 53 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 Southam?
The planning approval rate near Southam is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Southam?
The most common type of planning application near Southam is outline applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Southam?
You can search and track planning applications near Southam on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.