How long do planning decisions take near Laughton?

The average planning decision time near Laughton is 33 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 Laughton?

The planning approval rate near Laughton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Laughton?

The most common type of planning application near Laughton is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Laughton?

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Laughton, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Laughton, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Laughton are administered by Harborough District Council. View the full Harborough District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Laughton

Laughton is a quaint village and parish in Leicestershire, located about 5 miles west of Market Harborough. The village is characterized by its historic architecture, featuring a row of medieval cottages opposite the 13th-century church, which underwent significant renovations in 1879. Laughton is part of the civil parish of Gumley, making it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly concerning the preservation of its historical structures amidst limited modern development.

Population: 94 (2021)

District: Harborough

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £377,870 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Harborough
Parliamentary constituency: South Leicestershire
LSOA: Harborough 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Laughton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Laughton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Laughton.

- Oak Green Cottage Laughton Leicestershire LE17 6QE
Certificate of Lawfulness of Proposed Development for the like-for-like replacement of 6no. windows to the front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Harborough | Date: 2026-01-23
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- White Cottage Laughton Leicestershire LE17 6QE
Works to trees (fell)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2025-08-19
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- The Laurels Laughton Leicestershire LE17 6QD
Works to trees (Fell)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2024-07-11
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- The Laurels Laughton Leicestershire LE17 6QD
Works to tree (fell)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harborough | Date: 2023-12-02
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A brief summary of Laughton in Leicestershire

Property prices in Laughton show an average sale price of £377,870, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Laughton a particularly low-crime area.

Laughton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Laughton. 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 Laughton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Saddington Reservoir SSSI; 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 Laughton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Laughton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Laughton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Laughton were tree works (3), outline applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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