How long do planning decisions take near Ashby Folville?

The average planning decision time near Ashby Folville is 25 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 Ashby Folville?

The planning approval rate near Ashby Folville is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashby Folville?

The most common type of planning application near Ashby Folville is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashby Folville?

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Ashby Folville, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashby Folville, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ashby Folville are administered by Blaby District Council. View the full Blaby District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ashby Folville

Ashby Folville is a village located in the Melton district of Leicestershire, England, and is now part of the parish of Gaddesby. Situated southwest of Melton Mowbray, the village had a population of 123 in 1931, making it a small but historically rich community. For those researching planning applications in the area, Ashby Folville offers a blend of rural charm and local governance within the broader context of Leicestershire's development.

District: Gaddesby

Website: http://www.ashbyfolville.com

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £455,798 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Melton
Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
LSOA: Melton 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ashby Folville based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Ashby Folville.

- Wootton Cottages 13 Folville Street Ashby Folville Leicestershire LE14 2TE
T1 - Ash Tree - Fell to ground level T2 - Dead Cherry - Tree Fell to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-10-19
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- Ashby Folville Manor Gaddesby Lane Ashby Folville Melton Mowbray LE14 2TG
5-day notice for removal of tree I have a potentially dangerous tree within the grounds of my property that has started to split and will need removing. Please can you confirm that the tree can be rem
Status: Permitted | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-04-01
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- Wootton Cottages 15 Folville Street Ashby Folville Leicestershire LE14 2TE
T1 - Lime - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2023-07-08
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A brief summary of Ashby Folville in Leicestershire

Property prices in Ashby Folville show an average sale price of £455,798, 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 Ashby Folville a particularly low-crime area.

Ashby Folville 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ashby Folville planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.ashbyfolville.com. 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 Ashby Folville

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Ashby Folville. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ashby Folville may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ashby Folville were tree works (1), other applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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