How long do planning decisions take near Hoby?

The average planning decision time near Hoby is 73 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 Hoby?

The planning approval rate near Hoby is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hoby?

The most common type of planning application near Hoby is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hoby?

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Hoby, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hoby, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hoby are administered by Blaby District Council. View the full Blaby District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hoby

Hoby with Rotherby is a civil parish in Leicestershire, England, comprising the villages of Hoby, Rotherby, Ragdale, and Brooksby. With a population that decreased from 594 in 2001 to 556 in 2011, the parish is governed by a Parish Council that meets six times a year, welcoming public participation. Located within the Melton local government district and the Rutland and Melton constituency, the area presents opportunities for planning applications amid its rural charm.

District: Hoby with Rotherby

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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: Melton
Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
LSOA: Melton 003D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hoby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hoby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hoby.

- 15 Chapel Lane Hoby Leicestershire LE14 3DW
Proposed works are Solar PV system and electric storage heaters
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-09-01
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- Glebe Farm 1 Main Street Hoby Leicestershire LE14 3DT
Replace Thatched Roof With Swithland Slate, Replaced Glazed Roofs With Metal Sheet Covering And Replace Timber Entrance Screen With Powder Coated Aluminium.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2024-09-16
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A brief summary of Hoby in Leicestershire

Property prices in Hoby 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 Hoby a particularly low-crime area.

Hoby has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hoby 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 Hoby

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hoby. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 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 Hoby.

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Hoby were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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