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Planning in Wilmcote

Approved
93%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Wilmcote

Wilmcote is a charming village in Warwickshire, located approximately 3 miles north of Stratford-upon-Avon. Established as a separate civil parish in 2004, it was previously part of Aston Cantlow. The population of Wilmcote was recorded at 1,229 in the 2011 Census, reflecting a decrease from 1,670 in 2001, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,112 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stratford-on-Avon district.

Wilmcote covers an area of approximately 1013.4 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 Wilmcote a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wilmcote has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wilmcote 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://wilmcoteparish.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wilmcote, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Wilmcote. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wilmcote?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Wilmcote. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wilmcote?
The average planning decision time near Wilmcote is 67 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 Wilmcote?
The planning approval rate near Wilmcote is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wilmcote?
The most common type of planning application near Wilmcote is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wilmcote?
You can search and track planning applications near Wilmcote on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.