How long do planning decisions take near Dunton Bassett?

The average planning decision time near Dunton Bassett is 25 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 Dunton Bassett?

The planning approval rate near Dunton Bassett is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dunton Bassett?

The most common type of planning application near Dunton Bassett is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dunton Bassett?

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Dunton Bassett, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dunton Bassett, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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

About Dunton Bassett

Dunton Bassett is a quaint village located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England, situated between Leicester and Lutterworth, and in proximity to Broughton Astley, Ashby Magna, and Leire. With a population of 759 recorded in the 2011 census, this small community may present interesting planning opportunities for developments that cater to its residents and the surrounding areas.

Population: 794 (2021) · Area: 550.0 km²

District: Harborough

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £377,870 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Harborough
Parliamentary constituency: South Leicestershire
LSOA: Harborough 010E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dunton Bassett based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Dunton Bassett.

- 20 Elwells Avenue Dunton Bassett Leicestershire LE17 5JT
The Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and Restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) - Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus (1X 8M LIGHT WOODEN POLE) -
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Harborough | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 32 Main Street Dunton Bassett Leicestershire LE17 5JN
The Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and Restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) - Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus (1X 9M LIGHT WOODEN POLE) -
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Harborough | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 15 Main Street Dunton Bassett Leicestershire LE17 5JN
The Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) - Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus (three new 9m light wooden p
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Harborough | Date: 2026-02-23
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- 2 Church Close Dunton Bassett Leicestershire LE17 5JY
Certificate of Lawfulness of Proposed Development for demolition of the existing conservatory and erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Harborough | Date: 2025-07-11
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A brief summary of Dunton Bassett in Leicestershire

Dunton Bassett covers an area of approximately 550.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Dunton Bassett show an average sale price of £377,870, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

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Planning Activity in Dunton Bassett

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Dunton Bassett. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dunton Bassett may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dunton Bassett were outline applications (4).

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