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Planning in Birstall

Approved
82%
46 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Birstall in the last 24 months, from Charnwood Borough Council's planning register.

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About Birstall

Birstall is a prominent village and civil parish located within the Charnwood borough of Leicestershire, England, just three miles north of Leicester city centre. As part of the larger Leicester Urban Area, Birstall offers a blend of community amenities and residential opportunities, making it a relevant consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 14,143 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Charnwood district.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Birstall, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Birstall. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (36), outline applications (10), tree works (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Birstall?
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Birstall. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Birstall?
The average planning decision time near Birstall is 35 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 Birstall?
The planning approval rate near Birstall is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Birstall?
The most common type of planning application near Birstall is full planning applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Birstall?
You can search and track planning applications near Birstall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.