How long do planning decisions take near Fleckney?

The average planning decision time near Fleckney is 68 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 Fleckney?

The planning approval rate near Fleckney is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fleckney?

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

How can I track planning applications near Fleckney?

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Fleckney, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fleckney, Leicestershire.

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About Fleckney

Fleckney is a village and civil parish located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England, approximately 2.5 miles (4 km) west of the A6, which connects Market Harborough and Leicester. This quaint community offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a notable area for potential planning applications.

Population: 5,031 (2021) · Area: 2.0 km²

District: Harborough

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Area Information

Admin district: Harborough
Parliamentary constituency: Harborough, Oadby and Wigston
LSOA: Harborough 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fleckney based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Fleckney.

- 22 Orchard Street Fleckney Leicestershire LE8 8AR
Notification to determine if Prior Approval is required for a proposed larger home extension (erection of a single storey rear extension, depth 3.6m, maximum height 3.66m, and eaves height 2.3m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Harborough | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 28 Main Street Fleckney Leicestershire LE8 8AN
Demolition of existing bungalow and erection of 2 dwellings (Reserved Matters of 20/01006/OUT, including details of access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) (Variation of condition 1 (approv
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Harborough | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Fleckney in Leicestershire

Fleckney covers an area of approximately 2.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

Fleckney has one conservation area within its boundaries: Grand Union 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 Fleckney

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Fleckney. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Fleckney.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Fleckney slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Fleckney were outline applications (4), full planning applications (2).

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