How long do planning decisions take near Far Coton?

The average planning decision time near Far Coton is 67 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 Far Coton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Far Coton?

The most common type of planning application near Far Coton is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Far Coton?

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Far Coton, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Far Coton, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Far Coton are administered by Hinckley And Bosworth Borough Council. View the full Hinckley And Bosworth Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Far Coton

Market Bosworth is a market town and civil parish located in Leicestershire, England, with a population of 2,097 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Renowned for its proximity to the historic site of the Battle of Bosworth, the town offers a rich cultural heritage that could influence local planning applications and development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Hinckley and Bosworth
Parliamentary constituency: Hinckley and Bosworth
LSOA: Hinckley and Bosworth 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Far Coton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Far Coton.

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 Far Coton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Far Coton in Leicestershire

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

Far Coton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ashby-de-la-Zouch Canal. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Far Coton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Far Coton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Far Coton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Far Coton were outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development was submitted.

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