How long do planning decisions take near Kilby?

The average planning decision time near Kilby is 71 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 Kilby?

The planning approval rate near Kilby is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kilby?

The most common type of planning application near Kilby is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kilby?

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Kilby, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kilby, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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About Kilby

Kilby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, approximately 6.1 miles southeast of Leicester. Notably, it encompasses the historic site of Foston, which includes a deserted medieval village. The parish is surrounded by several nearby communities, including Countesthorpe, Fleckney, Arnesby, Wistow, and Kilby Bridge, making it a strategically positioned area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 294 (2021)

District: Blaby

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £251,839 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Oadby and Wigston
Parliamentary constituency: Harborough, Oadby and Wigston
LSOA: Oadby and Wigston 005E

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kilby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Kilby.

- 19B Main Street Kilby Leicester Leicestershire LE18 3TD
Variation of condition 4 (external timber treatment) of 25/0177/HH
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Blaby | Date: 2026-01-07
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- 19B Main Street Kilby Leicester Leicestershire LE18 3TD
Variation of condition 3 (external timber treatment) of 25/0135/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Blaby | Date: 2026-01-07
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- 19B Main Street Kilby Leicester Leicestershire LE18 3TD
Partial enclosure of extant open storage area to front and enclosure of storage/entertainment area to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Blaby | Date: 2025-02-11
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- 1 Breton Close Kilby Wigston Leicestershire LE18 3TL
Single storey side extension. Total height (to ridge) max. 4m 6m x 3.2m
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Blaby | Date: 2024-08-09
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- 37 Main Street Kilby Wigston Leicestershire LE18 3TD
Erection of four timber horse stables for private recreational use with associated land used for keeping horses for private recreational use
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Blaby | Date: 2024-02-22
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A brief summary of Kilby in Leicestershire

Property prices in Kilby show an average sale price of £251,839, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Kilby has one conservation area within its boundaries: Grand Union Canal. 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 Kilby includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kilby - Foxton Canal SSSI. 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 Kilby

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Kilby. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 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 Kilby.

The average decision period of 71 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 Kilby were discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

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