Whitwell, Rutland Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Whitwell, Rutland.
Rutland · England · settlement
Planning applications in Whitwell are administered by Rutland County Council. View the full Rutland County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Whitwell
Whitwell is a quaint village and civil parish located in Rutland, East Midlands, England. With a small population that remained under 100 according to the 2011 census, it is often considered alongside the neighbouring parish of Exton. This low population density may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.
Population: 64 (2021) · Area: 1.0 km²
District: Rutland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £319,673 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rutland
- Parliamentary constituency: Rutland and Stamford
- LSOA: Rutland 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Whitwell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Whitwell.
- 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 Whitwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Whitwell.
- - Applegate House Bull Brigg Lane Whitwell Rutland LE15 8BL
Fell 3 no. Cherry Trees (T1, T2 & T3).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - 2026/0726/CAT - Applegate House Bull Brigg Lane Whitwell Rutland LE15 8BL
(T1)(T2)(T3) 3 no. Cherry Trees - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-06-15 - 2026/0626/FUL - Grange Farm Whitwell Road Exton Rutland LE15 8BN
Extension of existing manege and associated access.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-05-29 - 2026/0643/DIS - Whitwell House Bull Brigg Lane Whitwell Rutland LE15 8BW
Discharge of Condition 5 (Arboricultural method statement); Condition 6 (Root protection plan); Condition 8 (Foundation design) in relation to 2025/1561/FUL (Erection of detached garage).
Status: Undecided | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-05-28 - - Whitwell House Bull Brigg Lane Whitwell Rutland LE15 8BW
Discharge of Condition 5 (Arboricultural method statement); Condition 6 (Root protection plan); Condition 8 (Foundation design) in relation to 2025/1561/FUL (Erection of detached garage).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - St Michael And All Angels Church Bull Brigg Lane Whitwell Rutland
Trees T1 to T7 on the attached plan. The proposed work is to trim the lower branches of the trees to a height of approximately 2.5 metres to enable us to maintain the ground under them.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - 8 Main Street Whitwell Rutland LE15 8BW
1 no. Alder (red) - Reduce and shape by approx. 2.5m and shape. 1 no. Bay (blue) - Reduce and shape by approx. 2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - The Cottage 1 Main Street Whitwell Rutland LE15 8BW
Remove large branch from Tree 1 (Apple) & large branch from Tree 2 (Apple) by 5 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2025-08-04
View full details - - Whitwell House Bull Brigg Lane Whitwell Rutland LE15 8BW
T1 Acacia to be reduced by approximately 1.5m - 2m in height and spread.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2024-09-16
View full details - - Field House Exton Road Whitwell Rutland
Ref: 2024/0403/FUL - Section 73A application to retrospectively vary condition 2 (approved plans), Condition 4 (landscaping scheme), Condition 6 (levels), Condition 7 (floodlighting details), Conditio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rutland | Date: 2024-04-01
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A brief summary of Whitwell in Rutland
Whitwell is a quaint village and civil parish located in Rutland, East Midlands, England. With a small population that remained under 100 according to the 2011 census, it is often considered alongside the neighbouring parish of Exton. This low population density may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 64 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rutland district.
Whitwell covers an area of approximately 1.0 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 Whitwell show an average sale price of £319,673, 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 Whitwell a particularly low-crime area.
Whitwell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Whitwell. 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 Whitwell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Rutland Water SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Rutland Water; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Rutland Water. 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, Whitwell 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 Whitwell
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Whitwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Whitwell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Whitwell were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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