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Planning in Stretton-on-Dunsmore

Approved
92%
35 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Stretton-on-Dunsmore in the last 24 months, from Rugby Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Stretton-on-Dunsmore

Postcode districts

CV23 263 applications in the last 12 monthsCV8 361 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rugby Borough Council

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About Stretton-on-Dunsmore

Stretton-on-Dunsmore is a quaint village and civil parish in Warwickshire, located just south of the A45 road, approximately equidistant from Rugby and Coventry. With a population of 1,159 as of the 2011 Census, the village has seen modest growth since the 19th century when it recorded 634 residents. Known for its historical significance, Stretton is situated along the ancient Fosse Way and is mentioned in the Domesday Book, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and local developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,176 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rugby district.

Stretton-on-Dunsmore covers an area of approximately 776.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Stretton-on-Dunsmore a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stretton-on-Dunsmore has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stretton-on-Dunsmore 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Stretton-on-Dunsmore, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Stretton-on-Dunsmore. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.

The most common types were outline applications (19), discharge of conditions (6), tree works (5). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stretton-on-Dunsmore?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Stretton-on-Dunsmore. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stretton-on-Dunsmore?
The average planning decision time near Stretton-on-Dunsmore is 90 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 Stretton-on-Dunsmore?
The planning approval rate near Stretton-on-Dunsmore is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stretton-on-Dunsmore?
The most common type of planning application near Stretton-on-Dunsmore is outline applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stretton-on-Dunsmore?
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