How long do planning decisions take near Griffydam?

The average planning decision time near Griffydam is 56 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 Griffydam?

The planning approval rate near Griffydam is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Griffydam?

The most common type of planning application near Griffydam is outline applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Griffydam?

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Griffydam, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Griffydam, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Griffydam are administered by North West Leicestershire District Council. View the full North West Leicestershire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Griffydam

Griffydam is a quaint hamlet located in the parish of Worthington, Leicestershire. This small community offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications in residential and community development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £234,170 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North West Leicestershire
Parliamentary constituency: North West Leicestershire
LSOA: North West Leicestershire 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Griffydam.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Griffydam based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Griffydam.

26/00678/FUL · Received: Thu 21 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 21 May 2026 - 1-3 Bottom Road Griffydam Coalville Leicestershire LE67 8HB
Subdivision of existing dwelling to create two dwellings and associated fenestration alterations
Status: Undecided | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-05-21
- 82 Top Road Griffydam Coalville Leicestershire LE67 8HU
Outline application for the erection of 1 no. self-build dwelling and associated garage (all matters reserved except for access and layout)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-12-20
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- Plot 2 Adjacent 82 Top Road Griffydam Leicestershire
Outline application for the erection of 1 no. self-build dwelling and associated garage (all matters reserved except for access and layout)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-12-20
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- 11 Top Road Griffydam Coalville Leicestershire LE67 8HU
Replace existing conservatory with single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-02-17
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- 11 Top Road Griffydam Coalville Leicestershire LE67 8HU
Certificate of Lawful Proposed development for single storey extension (to replace existing conservatory)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-09-09
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- The Old Inn Nottingham Road Peggs Green Coleorton Coalville Leicestershire LE67 8JG
Demolition of outbuildings, to create parking, and erection of a single storey extension and boundary wall to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2023-11-24
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A brief summary of Griffydam in Leicestershire

Property prices in Griffydam show an average sale price of £234,170, 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 Griffydam a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Griffydam

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Griffydam. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Griffydam.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Griffydam were outline applications (8), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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