Yes

Representation ID: 107433

Received: 16/02/2025

Respondent: Moreton Morrell Parish Council

No objection

No

Representation ID: 107556

Received: 06/03/2025

Respondent: Studley Parish Council and Sambourne Parish Council

Agent: Sambourne Parish Council

The Councils wish to make specific representations regarding the potential inclusion of this land as a Preferred Strategic Growth Location in the draft SWLP. This does not imply support for other policies or allocations in the Plan. The government's move to review Green Belt restrictions is acknowledged, yet the modest amount of 'Grey Belt' land in South Warwickshire is unlikely to make a large contribution to housing targets. The SG22 proposal would transform the rural hamlet of Middletown into an urban area, impacting local identity and resources. Additionally, issues related to education, health, transportation, and agricultural value highlight the unsuitability of this site for development.

No

Representation ID: 107774

Received: 25/02/2025

Respondent: Andrew Cheetham

At the best of times, Studley is “grid locked” on virtually all directions. There are several “choke” points including the island next to the Barley Mow public house/LIDL which causes tail backs right through Studley, the junction at Spernal Ash where traffic is attempting to turn right towards Alcester and also the island at the top of The Slough (which is technically in Worcestershire but tailbacks are frequently across the boundary into Warwickshire). If a bypass had been built (as was proposed a number of years ago) this would have helped alleviate the situation to a degree but the inclusion of a large number of houses will only make this situation significantly worse.

There is only one Doctors Surgery and one Pharmacy in Studley which are already operating at capacity. On the basis that the draft consultation does not include any suggestion that there will be additional health service infrastructure, this will mean people having to travel far further afield to gain access to these services.

I understand that all of the schools in Studley are currently full to capacity/over subscribed and have waiting lists. Once again, the draft consultation does not include any suggestion that there will be any additional school infrastructure, this will mean people having to travel far further afield to gain access to these services.

There are limited leisure facilities in Studley

Studley has very limited access to public transport facilities, in particular, no railway station, limited bus services and also limited dedicated cycle tracks to either Alcester or Redditch.

Given the potential increase in traffic, there will undoubtedly be an increase in vehicle emissions which will further risk public health in Studley – this is contrary to all of the initiatives for “clean air”.

Yes

Representation ID: 108248

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Persimmon Homes (South Midlands)

Agent: Pegasus Group

Persimmon have land interests south west of Studley. The northwestern half of the Site forms part of the ‘West of Studley Group’ Strategic Growth Location and parcels within the site boundary have been assessed positively in both Parts A and B in the HELAA. This is a sustainable location for further housing, as confirmed by the Strategic Growth Location’s highly favourable assessment in the Sustainability Appraisal, and the fact that it falls within Priority Areas 1, 2, and 3. We contend that the south eastern half of the Site, which was not included largely as was not submitted in the earlier Call for Sites exercise, would perform in a similarly exceptional manner against the SA Objectives. A wider area of adjoining land is also available that would allow for additional development to the south west of Studley. This is also within the Strategic Growth Location and Priority Areas 1, 2, and 3, and was likewise positively assessed in the HELAA. This should be taken into account as part of the SWLP preparation going forward, and an updated Development Framework Plan, Vision Document, and technical work incorporating the wider site can be provided.

The Green Belt Review highlights that the Site is grey belt by definition, and is thus sequentially preferable for release and allocation, in line with Paragraph 148 of the Framework. The Site can comply with the requirements of Paragraph 155 of the NPPF as the ‘Golden Rules’ can be met, through the provision of a high proportion of affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, and green spaces. The Site is deliverable, being suitable, achievable, and available, meaning that it is able to be brought forward to meet the South Warwickshire’s housing need, including for affordable homes, in the early part of the plan period. The appended Vision Document illustrates how the Site could be brought forward to deliver a high-quality residential development, plus an array of benefits including infrastructure and junction improvements, new open spaces, playing pitches, and a primary school, which supports and aligns with the draft vision and strategic objectives of the SWLP Part 1, and can comprehensively resolve a range of problems facing Studley at the present time.

No

Representation ID: 108685

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs S Price

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108686

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Ms Angela Whitford

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108687

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Owen Fackrell

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108688

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Steve Fackrell

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108689

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr J Heppenstall

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108690

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs L Bassett

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108691

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs J Collins

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108692

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs R Osborne

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108693

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs J Osborne

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108694

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs P Jones

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108695

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs A Humphreys

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108696

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs S Tilsley

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108697

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs P May

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108698

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs G Clark

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108699

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs K Reid

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108700

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs C Davies

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108701

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs D MacMullen

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108702

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Ms Anna MacMullen

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108703

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs S Cooke

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108704

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs J Osborne

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108705

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs A Humphreys

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108706

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr and Mrs S Cooke

Agent: MacMullen Associates Ltd

This Preferred Location extends to some 49.33 ha (122 acres). All of the land falls within the parish of Sambourne.
It is suggested that permitting development on SG22 would not only be an unwarranted encroachment onto an area of considerable ‘landscape value’ but would, in the longer term, also potentially lead to ‘unrestricted sprawl’.
There is no suggestion that the land in SG22 could be considered to qualify as ‘Grey Belt’.
In terms of Sustainability Appraisal assessment we do not agree with the assessment of this site. In our opinion there is no respect in which it can be agreed that the SG22 Land West of Studley site should be ranked within the ‘top 10’ under the Sustainability Assessment.

No

Representation ID: 108857

Received: 02/03/2025

Respondent: Robert Clark

I do not agree with SG22. Householders on large-scale housing developments would not be locally-employed and would need to commute. Smaller developments of 10-100 dwellings should be spread over South Warwickshire to provide options near centres of employment. It is easier to integrate smaller developments. This will spread infrastructure demands.

The sustainability assessment is severely flawed and demonstrates lacking local knowledge. The site is prime green belt agricultural land. Protecting this is crucial given risks to food supply from wars and tariffs. Prioritise brownfield and grey belt sites near centres of employment. This site is a green buffer between Studley, Middletown and Sambourne and the outskirts of Redditch. Middletown would lose its rural identity through coalescence and be blighted through this site's elevation, noise, traffic, light pollution and air pollution.

Infrastructure requirements have been seriously underestimated. Gas, electricity, drainage and sewage treatment improvements would be needed. I expect the purported housing numbers will increase given site size to 1600 homes, or more if 50% are social housing. The main impacts would be felt by Studley, which could see an 80% population increase. Local schools are full with little expansion room. Most have waiting lists and have expanded already to take children from surrounding areas given wider shortages. There is no available 6th form.

Lepus scores the site well on healthcare but Redditch has been downgraded over the past decade and services moved to Worcester, now overloaded and badly-performing. Many elect to use Warwick or Coventry Hospitals which are a 30 or 60 minute drive respectively. GP surgeries are at capacity. Many local residents travelling 10 miles. The travel radius is even larger for dentists. The only leisure facilities in Studley are a small swimming pool and children's park. Other facilities involve a 20-to-30-mile car journey. Only a basic bus service is available and no train station. The nearest station is Redditch, a car journey away. The service to Birmingham New Street is erratic and overcrowded at peak times. Parking at Redditch station is expensive and limited, with no room for expansion. Locals need a car to get anywhere.

The main access towards the M42 and M5 motorways is via the A435 through the centre of Studley. This has been neglected following the rejection of a bypass decades ago. It is seriously overcrowded with frequent accidents. The A448 towards Redditch and Bromsgrove is severely hampered by the Slough junction where a small five-junction roundabout stalls the traffic. At peak times it can take 20-30 minutes to reach the island. Increased volumes will present even more problems. There is no road east, the only option is south or north to the A46 or M42 or going cross country on A, B or undesignated roads. The narrow country lanes are dangerous, busy rat-runs now. Imagine congestion around Studley if 2500+ additional extra cars are added. If the proposed SG23 Alcester development is built, 50% of traffic from this development will head north towards Studley on the A435 or A448 compounding problems further.

Other

Representation ID: 108886

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Warwickshire County Council

Minerals and Waste

No objections on mineral sterilisation grounds subject to prior extraction of sand and gravel and subject to:
• Minerals Assessment Report (for assessing the possible impact on mineral resources and determining whether prior extraction is achievable),
• Materials Management Report (for assessing the sourcing and use of construction materials including the availability of on-site materials for reuse/recycling),
• Waste Site Assessment (for assessing the extent to which an existing waste site/use/operation would be prejudiced) (The Slough),
• Soil Management Plan (a plan to manage all soils on site during construction)

Highways / Transport

There will be a need for detailed modelling to take place once there is an idea of numbers and more specific locations. The County Council will continue to work with the South Warwickshire Local Plan Team as thinking progresses.

Public transport availability can be assessed once further information is available about numbers and location.

Primary Education

Some capacity in existing provision.
Push back of Worcestershire children for future admissions.
This will depend on size of growth.

Secondary Education

Some capacity in existing provision.
Push back of Worcestershire children for future admissions.
This will depend on size of growth.
Studley High School keen to expand.