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Planning in Long Whatton

Only 5 decisions near Long Whatton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Long Whatton in the last 24 months, from North West Leicestershire District Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,156. It sits within the Long Whatton and Diseworth district.

Property prices in Long Whatton show an average sale price of £295,593, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Long Whatton 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 Long Whatton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Long Whatton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Long Whatton 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Long Whatton, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Long Whatton.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Long Whatton?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Long Whatton.
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 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Long Whatton?
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