How long do planning decisions take near Billesdon?

The average planning decision time near Billesdon is 65 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 Billesdon?

The planning approval rate near Billesdon is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Billesdon?

The most common type of planning application near Billesdon is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Billesdon?

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Billesdon, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Billesdon, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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

About Billesdon

Billesdon is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England, with a population that grew from 745 in 2001 to 901 in 2011. Situated just off the A47 and nine miles east of Leicester, the village is easily accessible via the Billesdon bypass, which opened in 1986. Surrounded by nearby communities such as Houghton on the Hill and Tilton on the Hill, Billesdon is also home to the scenic Billesdon Brook, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications and development.

Population: 915 (2021) · Area: 868.4 km²

District: Harborough

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Area Information

Admin district: Charnwood
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Leicestershire
LSOA: Charnwood 016C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Billesdon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Billesdon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Billesdon.

26/00752/TCA · Validated: Tue 26 May 2026 - Peartree House 8A Long Lane Billesdon Leicestershire LE7 9AL
Works to trees (Fell)
Status: Undecided | Council: Harborough | Date: 2026-05-26
- Billesdon Sewage Works, Leicester Road, Billesdon LE7 9FD
Installation of 1no. Rotating Biological Contactor, 1no. Continuously Operated Upflow Filter, 1no. MCC Kiosk, and fencing on agricultural land adjacent to the existing SPS.
Type: Other | Council: Leicestershire | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Queens Head 20 Church Street Billesdon Leicestershire LE7 9AE
Works to trees (Fell)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2025-10-17
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- 28 Church Street Billesdon Leicestershire LE7 9AE
Repair and redecoration of the principal facade of the listed building including repointing and surface treatments
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Harborough | Date: 2025-07-14
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- 1B West Lane Billesdon Leicestershire LE7 9AP
Work to tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2024-06-07
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- 8 Long Lane Billesdon Leicestershire LE7 9AL
Works to tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2024-05-10
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- 12 Leicester Road Billesdon Leicestershire LE7 9AQ
Works to trees (Fell)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2024-01-27
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- 2 Uppingham Road Billesdon Leicestershire LE7 9AR
Works to trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2023-11-02
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A brief summary of Billesdon in Leicestershire

Billesdon covers an area of approximately 868.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

Billesdon has one conservation area within its boundaries: Billesdon. 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, Billesdon 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 Billesdon

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Billesdon. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Billesdon.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Billesdon slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Billesdon were outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

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