How long do planning decisions take near Hickling?

The average planning decision time near Hickling is 43 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 Hickling?

The planning approval rate near Hickling is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hickling?

The most common type of planning application near Hickling is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hickling?

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Hickling, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hickling, Nottinghamshire.

Nottinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hickling are administered by Rushcliffe Borough Council. View the full Rushcliffe Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hickling

Hickling is a quaint village situated in the Rushcliffe borough of Nottinghamshire, England, near the Leicestershire border and approximately 8 miles northwest of Melton Mowbray. The village, which lies close to the scenic Vale of Belvoir, had a population of 511 in the 2011 census, growing to 523 by the 2021 census. This developing community may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

Population: 523 (2021)

District: Rushcliffe

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £455,798 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rushcliffe
Parliamentary constituency: Rushcliffe
LSOA: Rushcliffe 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hickling.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hickling based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hickling.

26/01054/DISCON - A E Faulks Ltd The Wharf Main Street Hickling Nottinghamshire LE14 3AH
Discharge conditions 5 (Written scheme of investigation), 6 (Site investigation), 7 (Remediation Scheme), 9 (Topsoil/Subsoil), 11 (Biodiveristy Management Plan) and 13 (Attenuation Pond) of planning p
Status: Undecided | Council: Rushcliffe | Date: 2026-06-16
- A E Faulks Ltd The Wharf Main Street Hickling Nottinghamshire LE14 3AH
Variation of condition 2 (Plans) to 23/01651/FUL for Minor changes to elevation drawings as a result of technical design development.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Rushcliffe | Date: 2025-09-19
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A brief summary of Hickling in Nottinghamshire

Property prices in Hickling show an average sale price of £455,798, 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 Hickling a particularly low-crime area.

Hickling has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Hickling. 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.

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Planning Activity in Hickling

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hickling. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 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 Hickling.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hickling were discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1).

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