How long do planning decisions take near Long Whatton?

The average planning decision time near Long Whatton is 37 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 Long Whatton?

The planning approval rate near Long Whatton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Long Whatton?

The most common type of planning application near Long Whatton is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Long Whatton?

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Long Whatton, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Long Whatton, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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About Long Whatton

Long Whatton is a village located in the North West Leicestershire district of Leicestershire, now part of the parish of Long Whatton and Diseworth. Situated just south of East Midlands Airport, it offers convenient access to the M1 motorway via Junctions 23 and 23A, and is well-connected to nearby towns such as Loughborough, Shepshed, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, and Kegworth via the A6. This strategic location makes it a notable area for planning applications, particularly for developments benefiting from excellent transport links.

Population: 1,156

District: Long Whatton and Diseworth

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £275,025 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Charnwood
Parliamentary constituency: Loughborough
LSOA: Charnwood 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Long Whatton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Long Whatton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Long Whatton.

- Long Whatton Church Of England School The Green Long Whatton Loughborough Leicestershire LE12 5DB
Works to 1no. Hazel tree (T7) to deadwood within the crown, clean out and crown reduce, 1no. English Oak tree (T47) to deadwood in the crown and clean out, 1no. English Oak tree (T62) to crown reduce/
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Long Whatton Sewage Treatment Works , Hathern Road, Long Whatton, Loughborough, LE12 5BD
Installation of a Motor Control Centre (MCC) kiosk
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Leicestershire | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Long Whatton in Leicestershire

Property prices in Long Whatton show an average sale price of £275,025, 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 Long Whatton a particularly low-crime area.

Long Whatton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Long Whatton. 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 Long Whatton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Oakley Wood SSSI; 5 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 Long Whatton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Long Whatton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 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 Long Whatton.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Long Whatton were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1), telecoms (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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