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Planning in Heather

Only 4 decisions near Heather in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Heather in the last 24 months, from North West Leicestershire District Council's planning register.

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About Heather

Heather is a village located west of Ibstock in North West Leicestershire, England. With a population of 920 as of the 2011 census, the village has seen a slight decline from 949 recorded in 2001. Historically, Heather, mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 as Hadre, derives its name from the term meaning "the heathland," reflecting its rural character and potential for planning developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,068 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North West Leicestershire district.

Property prices in Heather show an average sale price of £234,170, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Heather 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 Heather a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Heather has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heather 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 Heather, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Heather.

The most common types were outline applications (7), telecoms (2), full planning applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heather?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Heather.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heather?
The most common type of planning application near Heather is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heather?
You can search and track planning applications near Heather on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.