How long do planning decisions take near Linton?

The average planning decision time near Linton is 69 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 Linton?

The planning approval rate near Linton is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Linton?

The most common type of planning application near Linton is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Linton?

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Linton, Derbyshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Linton, Derbyshire.

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About Linton

Population: 2,578 (2021)

District: South Derbyshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,590 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North West Leicestershire
Parliamentary constituency: Hinckley and Bosworth
LSOA: North West Leicestershire 008D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Linton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Linton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Linton.

- Linton Primary School, Main Street, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6QA
Advertisement consent for the display of interpretation board as part of a heritage trail at
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-03-12
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- The Brick Room, Main Street, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6QA
Advertisement consent for the display of interpretation board as part of a heritage trail at
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 129 and 131 Main Street, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6QA
The conversion of two dwellings into one and the erection of a single storey rear extension and associated works at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-02-20
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- 3 Manor Gardens, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6AB
Works to and removal of trees covered by South Derbyshire District Council TPO 69 at
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Highfields Barn, Colliery Lane, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6PB
Erection of a domestic garage, retention of two gazebos, and creation of ménage at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2026-01-28
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- Square and Compass House, Cauldwell Road, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6RX
The erection of a single storey extension at
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 3 Manor Gardens, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6AB
The felling of two Sycamore trees covered by South Derbyshire Tree Preservation Order 69 at
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2025-04-17
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- 27 Pear Tree Drive, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6PY
The removal of the existing garage, and the erection of a single storey rear extension and two storey side extension at
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2025-02-04
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- Linton House, 1 High Street, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6QL
Prior notification for change of use of a lock up retail unit into a 1 Bed 2 person dwelling at
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2024-03-22
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- 22 Main Street, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6PZ
The erection of a single storey rear extension and first floor side extension at
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Derbyshire | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Linton in Derbyshire

Linton is a civil parish located in South Derbyshire, England, approximately 5 miles southeast of Burton-on-Trent. As of the 2011 Census, it had a population of 2,303, making it a small but notable community for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,578 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Derbyshire district.

Property prices in Linton show an average sale price of £238,590, 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 Linton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Linton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Linton

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Linton. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 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 Linton.

At 69 days on average, decisions near Linton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Linton were full planning applications (6), advertising consent (3), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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