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Planning in Coalville

Approved
67%
24 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Coalville in the last 24 months, from North West Leicestershire District Council's planning register.

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About Coalville

Coalville is a prominent town in North West Leicestershire, East Midlands, with a population of 34,575 as of the 2011 census. Strategically located along the A511, it serves as a key link between Leicester and Burton upon Trent, and is conveniently near junction 22 of the M1 motorway, providing easy access to the A50 connecting Ashby-de-la-Zouch and Leicester. This accessibility makes Coalville a significant area for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Coalville show an average sale price of £259,585, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Coalville area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Coalville a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Coalville, 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, 109 planning applications were submitted near Coalville. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (17), telecoms (8), other applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Coalville?
In the last 24 months, 109 planning applications were submitted near Coalville. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Coalville?
The average planning decision time near Coalville is 71 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 Coalville?
The planning approval rate near Coalville is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Coalville?
The most common type of planning application near Coalville is discharge of conditions, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Coalville?
You can search and track planning applications near Coalville on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.