How long do planning decisions take near Houghton on the Hill?

The average planning decision time near Houghton on the Hill is 18 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 Houghton on the Hill?

The planning approval rate near Houghton on the Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Houghton on the Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Houghton on the Hill is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Houghton on the Hill?

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Houghton on the Hill, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Houghton on the Hill, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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

About Houghton on the Hill

Houghton on the Hill is a picturesque village and civil parish located six miles east of Leicester, within the Harborough district of Leicestershire, East Midlands. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 1,524, making it a small yet vibrant community, which may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,524

District: Houghton on the Hill

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Area Information

Admin district: Charnwood
Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
LSOA: Charnwood 015D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Houghton on the Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Houghton on the Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Houghton on the Hill.

- 9 Main Street Houghton-on-the-Hill Leicester LE7 9GE
T1 Lime – crown reduce by 3-4m
Type: Trees | Council: Leicestershire | Date: 2026-05-05
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- 9 Charlottes Walk Houghton On The Hill Leicestershire LE7 9HP
Reduced footprint of 500mm in length of two storey side extension, amended internal layout with windows and doors in revised positions (proposed non-material amendment of 25/01586/FUL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Harborough | Date: 2026-03-06
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- Sunnybrae Garage 67 Uppingham Road Houghton On The Hill Leicestershire LE7 9HJ
Discharge of condition 11 (Drainage) of 25/00542/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Harborough | Date: 2025-10-16
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- 34 Main Street Houghton On The Hill Leicestershire LE7 9GD
Urgent works to a dangerous Ash tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2025-09-14
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A brief summary of Houghton on the Hill in Leicestershire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Houghton on the Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Houghton on the Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Houghton on the Hill. 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.

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Planning Activity in Houghton on the Hill

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Houghton on the Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 18 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Houghton on the Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 18 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Houghton on the Hill were amendments (3), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2).

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