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Planning in Essendine

Approved
88%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 16 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Essendine in the last 24 months, from Rutland County Council's planning register.

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About Essendine

Essendine is a village and civil parish situated in eastern Rutland, East Midlands, England, approximately 5 miles north of Stamford and 6 miles south of Bourne. With a population of 448 as recorded in the 2011 census, the village is located near the West Glen and notable earthworks of a small castle, making it a point of interest for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 451 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rutland district.

Essendine covers an area of approximately 2.3 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 Essendine show an average sale price of £474,520, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Essendine 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 (May 2026). This makes Essendine 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, Essendine 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 Essendine, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Essendine. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 109 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (11), full planning applications (3), telecoms (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Essendine?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Essendine. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Essendine?
The average planning decision time near Essendine is 109 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 Essendine?
The planning approval rate near Essendine is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Essendine?
The most common type of planning application near Essendine is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Essendine?
You can search and track planning applications near Essendine on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.