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Planning in Welford-on-Avon

Approved
89%
79 of 81 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Welford-on-Avon

Welford-on-Avon, a picturesque village in Warwickshire, lies approximately 4 miles west-south-west of Stratford-upon-Avon and has a population of 1,420 as of the 2011 census. This charming civil parish, which became part of Stratford-on-Avon District in 1974, features notable landmarks such as one of England's tallest maypoles and a collection of Tudor half-timbered and thatched cottages near the historic village church. The area is bordered by the River Avon and is rich in local amenities, including three pubs, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,767 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stratford-on-Avon district.

Welford-on-Avon covers an area of approximately 745.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

The area around Welford-on-Avon has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Welford-on-Avon 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 Welford-on-Avon, 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, 97 planning applications were submitted near Welford-on-Avon. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were tree works (27), full planning applications (25), discharge of conditions (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (29% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Welford-on-Avon?
In the last 24 months, 97 planning applications were submitted near Welford-on-Avon. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Welford-on-Avon?
The average planning decision time near Welford-on-Avon is 61 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 Welford-on-Avon?
The planning approval rate near Welford-on-Avon is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Welford-on-Avon?
The most common type of planning application near Welford-on-Avon is tree works applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Welford-on-Avon?
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