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Planning in Lount

Only 3 decisions near Lount in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Lount

Lount is a small hamlet located near Ashby de la Zouch in north-west Leicestershire, with an approximate population of 50 residents. Part of the civil parish of Staunton Harold, Lount offers minimal amenities, featuring only a public house. Strategically positioned along the B587 road connecting Ashby and Melbourne, it is also in close proximity to the A42 road, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.

Property prices in Lount show an average sale price of £314,324, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lount 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 Lount a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lount has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lount 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 Lount, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Lount.

The most common types were outline applications (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lount?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Lount.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lount?
The most common type of planning application near Lount is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lount?
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