How long do planning decisions take near Ayston?

The average planning decision time near Ayston 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 Ayston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ayston?

The most common type of planning application near Ayston is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ayston?

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Ayston, Rutland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ayston, Rutland.

Rutland · England · settlement

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About Ayston

Ayston is a quaint village and civil parish located in Rutland, East Midlands, approximately one mile northwest of Uppingham, near the A47 and A6003 junction. With a population of under 100 as of the 2011 census, Ayston is part of the Ridlington civil parish. Historically, the name Ayston signifies "Aethelstan's farm," reflecting its origins dating back to 1046 when the estate was granted to Aethelstan, a minister of Edward the Confessor.

Population: 40 (2021) · Area: 1.4 km²

District: Rutland

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £342,328 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rutland
Parliamentary constituency: Rutland and Stamford
LSOA: Rutland 003F

Crime Statistics

11 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 7
anti-social-behaviour: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ayston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ayston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ayston.

- 5 Main Street Ayston Rutland LE15 9AE
(T2) 1 no. Norway Spruce - Fell. (T3) 1 No. Norway Spruce - Fell. (See covering letter for justification of works). To offset the removals, we are willing to replace each tree removed with a new tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rutland | Date: 2026-03-03
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A brief summary of Ayston in Rutland

Ayston covers an area of approximately 1.4 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 Ayston show an average sale price of £342,328, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 11 crimes reported in the Ayston area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ayston has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Uppingham, Ayston, Preston. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Ayston

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Ayston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Ayston slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ayston were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), outline 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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