Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire.

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About Barkby Thorpe

Barkby Thorpe is a small hamlet and civil parish located in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, England, with a population of approximately 50 residents. Situated near the Leicester urban sprawl in Thurmaston, it is surrounded by several nearby villages, including Barkby, Beeby, Hamilton, and the abandoned village of Hamilton. This tranquil setting may be of interest for planning applications, particularly given its proximity to urban developments.

Population: 53 (2021)

District: Charnwood

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Area Information

• Admin district: Charnwood
• Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
• LSOA: Charnwood 015B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barkby Thorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

• 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 Barkby Thorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Barkby Thorpe.

1. - Manor Farm, 21 Queen Street, Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire, LE7 3QH
   Change of use of storage barn/stables to indoor dog walking/training facility together with operational development for changes to the external elevations
   Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2026-02-10
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2. - Barkby Hall, Beeby Road, Barkby, Leicestershire, LE7 3QB
   Conversion of stables to estate office with single storey side extension
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2025-11-14
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3. - Land to the West of Manor Farm, 21 Queen Street, Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire, LE7 3QH
   Discharge of Biodiversity Net Gain Condition of P/25/0896/2 (Change of use of land to secure dog walking/exercise field, erection of 1.83 m high fencing and formation of hardstanding area for use as a
   Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2025-09-04
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4. - Land to the West of Manor Farm, 21 Queen Street, Barkby Thorpe, Leicestershire, LE7 3QH
   Change of use of land to secure dog walking/exercise field, erection of 1.83m high fencing and formation of hardstanding area for use as associated vehicular parking and retention of access gates
   Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2025-04-23
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A brief summary of Barkby Thorpe in Leicestershire

Barkby Thorpe is a small hamlet and civil parish located in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, England, with a population of approximately 50 residents. Situated near the Leicester urban sprawl in Thurmaston, it is surrounded by several nearby villages, including Barkby, Beeby, Hamilton, and the abandoned village of Hamilton. This tranquil setting may be of interest for planning applications, particularly given its proximity to urban developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 53 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Charnwood district.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Barkby Thorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Barkby Thorpe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Barkby and Barkby Thorpe. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barkby Thorpe 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.

Planning Activity in Barkby Thorpe

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Barkby Thorpe. Of these, 100% were approved.

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

The most common application types near Barkby Thorpe were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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