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Planning in Knighton Fields

Approved
82%
125 of 148 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Knighton Fields in the last 24 months, from Leicester City Council's planning register.

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Around Knighton Fields

Postcode districts

LE2 367 applications in the last 12 monthsLE3 217 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Leicester City Council

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About Knighton Fields

Knighton Fields is a settlement located in Leicestershire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Knighton Fields 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 Knighton Fields 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, Knighton Fields 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Knighton Fields, 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, 168 planning applications were submitted near Knighton Fields. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (77), outline applications (21), tree works (20). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

10 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 10 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Knighton Fields?
In the last 24 months, 168 planning applications were submitted near Knighton Fields. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Knighton Fields?
The average planning decision time near Knighton Fields is 76 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 Knighton Fields?
The planning approval rate near Knighton Fields is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Knighton Fields?
The most common type of planning application near Knighton Fields is full planning applications, with 77 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Knighton Fields?
You can search and track planning applications near Knighton Fields on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.