Groby, Leicestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Groby, Leicestershire.
Leicestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Groby 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 Groby
Groby is a village located in the Hinckley and Bosworth borough of Leicestershire, England, situated to the northwest of Leicester. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 6,796, making it a notable area for planning applications and community development within the region.
Population: 7,387 (2021)
District: Hinckley and Bosworth
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Area Information
- Admin district: Hinckley and Bosworth
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Leicestershire
- LSOA: Hinckley and Bosworth 003C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Groby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Groby.
- 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 Groby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Groby.
- - The Old School 53 Leicester Road Groby Leicester Leicestershire LE6 0DQ
Mixed species of conifer hedges (Lawson's Cypress and Western Red Cedar), works to reduce them in height to the height of the top of the porch roof and shear to shape.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - 26/00606/TCA - The Old School 53 Leicester Road Groby Leicester Leicestershire LE6 0DQ
Mixed species of conifer hedges (Lawson's Cypress and Western Red Cedar), works to reduce them in height to the height of the top of the porch roof and shear to shape.
Status: Undecided | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-07-01 - 26/00538/HOU - 44 Sycamore Drive Groby Leicester Leicestershire LE6 0EW
Partial garage conversion
Status: Undecided | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-06-11 - - 44 Sycamore Drive Groby Leicester Leicestershire LE6 0EW
Partial garage conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - 26/00511/FUL - Groby Ex-Servicemens Social Club Ltd 16 - 18 Leicester Road Groby Leicester Leicestershire LE6 0DJ
Erection of a glass canopy
Status: Undecided | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-06-05 - - G E Sensing Fir Tree Lane Groby Leicestershire LE6 0FH
G1 - Bank is at critical risk of collapse. The vegetation will be cut back to ground level to allow Piletec Geotechnical Ltd to carry out the required topographical survey on the quarry bank and make
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 40 Crane Ley Road Groby Leicestershire LE6 0FD
Conversion and extension to existing rear detached garage to provide one bedroom annexe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Orchard Close Allotments Markfield Road Groby Leicester Leicestershire LE6 0FL
Section Fell Horse Chestnut Tree (1)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - Leicestershire Rifle Club Newtown Linford Lane Groby Leicester Leicestershire LE6 0EA
Notification under the electronic communications code to install electronic communications apparatus/development ancillary to radio equipment housing
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2024-11-08
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A brief summary of Groby in Leicestershire
Groby is a village located in the Hinckley and Bosworth borough of Leicestershire, England, situated to the northwest of Leicester. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 6,796, making it a notable area for planning applications and community development within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,387 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hinckley and Bosworth district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Groby a particularly low-crime area.
Groby has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Groby, Glenfield. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Groby includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Groby Pool and Woods SSSI, Sheet Hedges Wood SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Groby 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.
Planning Activity in Groby
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Groby. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Groby maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision period of 86 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Groby were full planning applications (6), tree works (5), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.