Barwell, Leicestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Barwell, Leicestershire.
Leicestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Barwell are administered by Hinckley And Bosworth Borough Council. View the full Hinckley And Bosworth Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Barwell
Barwell is a thriving village and civil parish located in Leicestershire, England, with a population that grew from 8,750 in 2001 to 9,022 by the 2011 census. The name "Barwell," meaning "Stream of the Boar," is derived from a local legend about a boar that drank from a nearby brook. This brook is a local water source that may contribute to the River Soar or Avon, both of which are tributaries of the River Trent, making Barwell an interesting area for planning applications related to water management and community development.
Population: 9,152 (2021)
District: Hinckley and Bosworth
Website: http://www.barwell-pc.org.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Hinckley and Bosworth
- Parliamentary constituency: Hinckley and Bosworth
- LSOA: Hinckley and Bosworth 007A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Barwell.
- 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 Barwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Barwell.
- - 47 Byron Street Barwell Leicestershire LE9 8FE
Notification to determine if Prior Approval is required for a single storey rear extension measuring 4 metres in depth, 3.68 metres at ridge height and 2.28 metres at eaves
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - 26/00420/HHGDO - 47 Byron Street Barwell Leicestershire LE9 8FE
Notification to determine if Prior Approval is required for a single storey rear extension measuring 4 metres in depth, 3.68 metres at ridge height and 2.28 metres at eaves
Status: Undecided | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-05-08 - - Barwell Indoor Bowls Club Kirkby Road Barwell Leicester Leicestershire LE9 8FQ
T1 Mature Oak - prune to gain 2m clearance from the roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 14 Bradgate Road Barwell Leicester Leicestershire LE9 8FA
Notification to determine if Prior Approval is required for a single storey rear extension measuring 5.00 metres in depth, 3.00 metres at ridge height and 3.00 metres at eaves
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 34 Kingsfield Road Barwell Leicester Leicestershire LE9 8GR
Erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 10 Twyford Court Arthur Street Barwell Leicester Leicestershire LE9 8EG
Deed of variation to vary section 106 agreement relating to application 89/00014/4 and preapp 18/10104/PREHOM to remove the occupancy restriction
Status: Permitted | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-01-16
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A brief summary of Barwell in Leicestershire
Barwell is a thriving village and civil parish located in Leicestershire, England, with a population that grew from 8,750 in 2001 to 9,022 by the 2011 census. The name "Barwell," meaning "Stream of the Boar," is derived from a local legend about a boar that drank from a nearby brook. This brook is a local water source that may contribute to the River Soar or Avon, both of which are tributaries of the River Trent, making Barwell an interesting area for planning applications related to water management and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,152 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hinckley and Bosworth district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Barwell a particularly low-crime area.
Barwell has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Barwell A, Barwell B. 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, Barwell planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.barwell-pc.org.uk/. 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 Barwell
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Barwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Barwell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Barwell were outline applications (5), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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