Search Desford planning applications

23 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Desford · updated daily · Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 23 · received or decided in the last 90 days

9 Manor Gardens Desford Leicester Leicestershire LE9 9QBAwaiting decisionT1 Sycamore Works: Raise canopy to 6m from ground level, to reduce spread over neighbours. Reason: Allow greater light under the canopy to gardens underneath. This pruning will reduce pressure on undertaking a crown reduction to gain more light and has less impact on form and aesthetic value. T2 False Acacia Works: Raise caniopy to 5m from ground level, not including scaffold branch. Reason: Allow greater light under the canopy to gardens underneath. This pruning will reduce pressure on undertaking a crown reduction to gain more light and has less impact on form and aesthetic value.Received 4 Nov 202626/00984/TPO
28 Church Lane Desford Leicester Leicestershire LE9 9GDAwaiting decisionProposed rear extension with associated internal and external alterations to the existing dwelling, including replacement windows, new openings, rooflights and timber cladding.Received 3 Nov 202626/00977/HOU
1 Richmond Close Desford Leicester Leicestershire LE9 9HUApprovedErection of a single-storey enclosed front porchReceived 2 Nov 2026Decided 7 Sep 202626/00958/HOU
Desford Village Hall 10 Lindridge Lane Desford Leicester Leicestershire LE9 9GNWithdrawnSingle storey extension and alterations to Village Hall, including new porch, internal alterations & elevational window changes and change of use of the adjoining cottage, No.12 Lindridge Lane to be re-integrated with the main building (Desford Village Hall).Received 23 Oct 2026Decided 20 Aug 202626/00955/FUL
11 Cambridge Drive Desford Leicester Leicestershire LE9 9JBApprovedCertificate of Proposed Lawful Development for the erection of a front porch and a rear extensionReceived 16 Oct 2026Decided 8 Sep 202626/00927/CLP

Planning in Desford

Approved: 78%; 28 of 32 decided
Decision time: about 11 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Desford in the last 24 months, from Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Hinckley and Bosworth Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Desford

Postcode districts

LE9 383 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council

For home projects and trades

Builders and trades: get new Desford jobs that match your work. See Leads

Application types: Rear extensionsLoft conversionsHouseholder applicationsTree works & TPOListed building consentChange of useAnnexes & granny flatsSolar panelsBarn conversionsBasement extensions

About Desford

Desford is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Hinckley and Bosworth district of Leicestershire, located approximately 7 miles west of Leicester and northeast of Hinckley. Nestled on a hill about 400 feet above sea level, the parish encompasses the hamlets of Botcheston and Newtown Unthank, as well as a scattered settlement at Lindridge. With a population of 4,592 recorded in the 2021 census, Desford's historical roots trace back to the Domesday Book of 1086, hinting at its Anglo-Saxon origins. This vibrant community may be of interest for planning applications, given its rich history and growth potential. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,591 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hinckley and Bosworth district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Desford 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 Desford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Desford has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Desford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://desford.leicestershireparishcouncils.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Desford, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Desford. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (5).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Desford?

In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Desford. The approval rate is 78%.

How long do planning decisions take near Desford?

The average planning decision time near Desford is 79 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 Desford?

The planning approval rate near Desford is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Desford?

The most common type of planning application near Desford is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Desford?

You can search and track planning applications near Desford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.