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Planning in Knaptoft

Only 3 decisions near Knaptoft in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Knaptoft in the last 24 months, from Harborough District Council's planning register.

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About Knaptoft

Knaptoft, a deserted medieval village located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, is situated about 9.7 miles south of Leicester. With a population of just 47 as of the 2011 census, its name may derive from Old English, meaning "a young man’s dwelling plot." As a civil parish, Knaptoft presents unique considerations for planning applications, particularly in relation to historical conservation and land use. The settlement has a population of approximately 59 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Harborough district.

Property prices in Knaptoft show an average sale price of £377,870, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Knaptoft area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Knaptoft a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Knaptoft, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Knaptoft.

The most common types were outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Knaptoft?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Knaptoft.
What types of planning applications are most common near Knaptoft?
The most common type of planning application near Knaptoft is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Knaptoft?
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