Knipton, Leicestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Knipton, Leicestershire.
Leicestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Knipton are administered by Blaby District Council. View the full Blaby District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Knipton
Knipton is a quaint village in Leicestershire, now part of the parish of Belvoir within the Melton district. Located approximately 6 miles from Grantham and 10 miles from Melton Mowbray, it sits adjacent to the Duke of Rutland's estate at Belvoir Castle. Despite its location in Leicestershire, Knipton has a Nottinghamshire postcode and a Lincolnshire STD code, reflecting its unique geographical situation. Originally a civil parish with a population of 273 in 1931, it was merged into Belvoir in 1936, making it a charming spot for those researching planning applications in the area.
District: Belvoir
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Kesteven
- Parliamentary constituency: Grantham and Bourne
- LSOA: South Kesteven 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Knipton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Knipton.
- 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 Knipton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Knipton.
- - 17 Main Street Knipton Leicestershire NG32 1RW
Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed use of an existing dwellinghouse as a children's care home (Use Class C2) for one child/young person supported by two non-resident carers at all times
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Melton | Date: 2023-11-04
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A brief summary of Knipton in Leicestershire
Knipton is a quaint village in Leicestershire, now part of the parish of Belvoir within the Melton district. Located approximately 6 miles from Grantham and 10 miles from Melton Mowbray, it sits adjacent to the Duke of Rutland's estate at Belvoir Castle. Despite its location in Leicestershire, Knipton has a Nottinghamshire postcode and a Lincolnshire STD code, reflecting its unique geographical situation. Originally a civil parish with a population of 273 in 1931, it was merged into Belvoir in 1936, making it a charming spot for those researching planning applications in the area. It sits within the Belvoir district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Knipton a particularly low-crime area.
Knipton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Knipton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Briery Wood Heronry, Belvoir 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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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.