Kegworth, Leicestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kegworth, Leicestershire.
Leicestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Kegworth are administered by Blaby District Council. View the full Blaby District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Kegworth
Kegworth is a substantial village and civil parish located in North West Leicestershire, within the East Midlands region of England. Situated just 6 miles north of Loughborough and close to the borders of Nottinghamshire, it is conveniently positioned 12 miles from Nottingham and Derby, and 17 miles from Leicester. With a population of 3,601 as recorded in the 2011 census, Kegworth offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a notable area for planning applications.
Population: 4,290
District: Kegworth
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Area Information
- Admin district: North West Leicestershire
- Parliamentary constituency: North West Leicestershire
- LSOA: North West Leicestershire 002C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Kegworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kegworth.
- 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 Kegworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
14 planning applications found near Kegworth.
- 26/00822/FUL · Received: Tue 23 Jun 2026 · Validated: Tue 23 Jun 2026 - 50 Staffords Acre Kegworth Derby DE74 2HY
Erection of single storey rear extension including fenestration alterations and provision of a flue, single storey front porch extension and insertion of 2no. windows on the western side elevation
Status: Undecided | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-06-23 - - 63 Nottingham Road Kegworth Derby DE74 2FH
The approval of details reserved by conditions 11 (Landscape Management), 12 (External Lighting) and 13 (Cycle Parking) relating to planning permission ref: 25/01732/VCI
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 63 Nottingham Road Kegworth Derby DE74 2FH
The approval of details reserved by condition 3 (External Materials) relating to planning permission ref: 24/00887/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 28 London Road Kegworth Derby DE74 2EU
Certificate of Lawful Proposed Development for installation of replacement windows and doors
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - 13 Dragwell Kegworth Derby DE74 2EL
Amendments to conditions 2 and 3 of planning permission 24/00646/FUL (which was for the erection of two and single storey rear extensions, new windows in the front elevation, new chimney, blocking up
Status: Undecided | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Land Off London Road Kegworth
Erection of light industrial building (Use Classes E(g)(iii))
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Outside 12 Whatton Road Kegworth Derby DE74 2EZ
Installation of 1no. 10 metre Medium Wooden Pole
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - Opposite 2 Whatton Road Kegworth Derby DE74 2EZ
Installation of 1no. 10 metre Medium Wooden Pole
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - Side Of 1 Heafield Drive Kegworth Derby DE74 2GG
Installation of 1no 9m light wooden pole
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Kegworth Wesley Methodist Church High Street Kegworth
Amendments to condition 2 of planning permission 23/00933/FUL which was for the proposed conversion of a former chapel into nine residential flats and associated development to amend the design to inc
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-09-16
View full details - - Springwell House 40 High Street Kegworth Derby DE74 2DA
Fell 1no. Sycamore Tree (Unprotected tree in a conservation area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-09-04
View full details - - 34 London Road Kegworth Derby DE74 2EU
The approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Materials) relating to planning permission reference 23/01622/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - 34 London Road Kegworth Derby DE74 2EU
The approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Materials) relating to planning permission reference 23/01621/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - 70 Derby Road Kegworth Derby Leicestershire DE74 2EN
Certificate of lawful development (existing) for use as a C3 Dwellinghouse to the rear of 70 Derby Road, Kegworth, Derby, Leicestershire, DE74 2EN
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2023-08-18
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A brief summary of Kegworth in Leicestershire
Kegworth is a substantial village and civil parish located in North West Leicestershire, within the East Midlands region of England. Situated just 6 miles north of Loughborough and close to the borders of Nottinghamshire, it is conveniently positioned 12 miles from Nottingham and Derby, and 17 miles from Leicester. With a population of 3,601 as recorded in the 2011 census, Kegworth offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a notable area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,290. It sits within the Kegworth district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kegworth a particularly low-crime area.
Kegworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kegworth. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Kegworth includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Kegworth
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Kegworth. Of these, 42% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 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 Kegworth.
The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Kegworth were telecoms (7), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.
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