How long do planning decisions take near Asfordby?

The average planning decision time near Asfordby is 70 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 Asfordby?

The planning approval rate near Asfordby is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Asfordby?

The most common type of planning application near Asfordby is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Asfordby?

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Asfordby, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Asfordby, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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About Asfordby

Asfordby is a village and civil parish situated in the Melton district of Leicestershire, England. Located just west of Melton Mowbray along the A6006 road, it offers convenient access to both local amenities and transport links to Leicester, making it a notable area for planning applications and developments.

Population: 3,603 (2021)

District: Melton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £315,245 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Melton
Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
LSOA: Melton 001F

Crime Statistics

6 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
burglary: 1
vehicle-crime: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Asfordby.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Asfordby.

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 Asfordby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Asfordby.

- 3 Saxelby Road Asfordby Leicestershire LE14 3TU
Demolition of existing garage and widening of driveway to facilitate the construction of new pitched roof garage incorporating rear log store and the installation of PV panels.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 87 Main Street Asfordby Leicestershire LE14 3RZ
T1-Pine tree - Fell, as tree has outgrown its location.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Yew Tree House 170 Main Street Asfordby Leicestershire LE14 3TT
Fell Laylandii Confiers at edge of garden. Reduce the Sycamore by approximately 30 cm as it overhangs the boundary fence.
Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-07-13
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- Yew Tree House 170 Main Street Asfordby Leicestershire LE14 3TT
Fell Leylandii Conifers at edge of garden. Reduce the Sycamore by approximately 30 cm as it overhangs the boundary fence.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-07-13
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A brief summary of Asfordby in Leicestershire

Property prices in Asfordby show an average sale price of £315,245, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 6 crimes reported in the Asfordby area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Asfordby has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

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Planning Activity in Asfordby

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Asfordby. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Asfordby maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Asfordby slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Asfordby were tree works (7), full planning applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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