How long do planning decisions take near Hungarton?

The average planning decision time near Hungarton is 49 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 Hungarton?

The planning approval rate near Hungarton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hungarton?

The most common type of planning application near Hungarton is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hungarton?

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Hungarton, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hungarton, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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About Hungarton

Hungarton is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, approximately 10 miles northeast of Leicester and 13 miles southwest of Melton Mowbray. With a population of 289 recorded in the 2011 census, including the nearby settlement of Ingarsby, Hungarton offers a peaceful rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications related to residential developments or community projects.

Population: 268 (2021) · Area: 1455.4 km²

District: Harborough

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £276,909 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Charnwood
Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
LSOA: Charnwood 017D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hungarton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hungarton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Hungarton.

- Ashby House Farm Church Lane Hungarton Leicestershire LE7 9JX
Installation of two log burners including associated flue works to a Grade II Listed dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Harborough | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Ashby Arms Main Street Hungarton Leicestershire LE7 9JR
Works to tree (fell)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2025-03-02
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- Hope House Main Street Hungarton Leicestershire LE7 9JR
Replacement of modern terracotta chimney pots with matching crown bishop pots with a vented cap, undertake repairs to pointing and the chimney cap
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Harborough | Date: 2024-11-23
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- Hope House Main Street Hungarton Leicestershire LE7 9JR
Works to trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2024-11-23
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A brief summary of Hungarton in Leicestershire

Hungarton covers an area of approximately 1455.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Hungarton show an average sale price of £276,909, 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 Hungarton a particularly low-crime area.

Hungarton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hungarton. 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 Hungarton

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Hungarton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

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

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hungarton were listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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