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Planning in Hathern

Approved
86%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hathern in the last 24 months, from Charnwood Borough Council's planning register.

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About Hathern

Hathern is a civil parish and village located in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, just north of Loughborough and along the A6. With a population of around 1,800, Hathern is surrounded by Dishley, Long Whatton, and Zouch in Nottinghamshire. The community is actively engaged in preserving the green "wedge" area that separates it from Loughborough and Shepshed, aiming to prevent development encroachment. Notably, the village is home to the Swift Sock Factory, one of the few remaining independent sock manufacturers in the UK, reflecting its unique local industry. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,347 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Charnwood district.

Property prices in Hathern show an average sale price of £295,593, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hathern 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 Hathern 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, Hathern 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 Hathern, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Hathern. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hathern?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Hathern. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hathern?
The average planning decision time near Hathern is 66 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 Hathern?
The planning approval rate near Hathern is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hathern?
The most common type of planning application near Hathern is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hathern?
You can search and track planning applications near Hathern on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.