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Planning in Elmesthorpe

Approved
84%
31 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Elmesthorpe

Elmesthorpe is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, England, positioned southeast of Earl Shilton along the A47 road, close to Hinckley. The parish had an estimated population of 520 in 2004, which slightly decreased to 509 by the 2011 census, making it a small but vibrant community for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 762 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Blaby district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Elmesthorpe 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, Elmesthorpe 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 Elmesthorpe, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Elmesthorpe. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (7), discharge of conditions (4).

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 Elmesthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Elmesthorpe. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elmesthorpe?
The average planning decision time near Elmesthorpe is 94 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 Elmesthorpe?
The planning approval rate near Elmesthorpe is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elmesthorpe?
The most common type of planning application near Elmesthorpe is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elmesthorpe?
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