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Markfield, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Markfield, Leicestershire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Leicestershire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Markfield - Planning Applications & Local Development

Markfield is a prominent village situated within the National Forest and Charnwood Forest in the Hinckley and Bosworth district of Leicestershire. With historical roots dating back to the Norman conquest, it is featured in the Domesday Book as Merchenefeld and houses a primary school named Mercenfeld. Located southeast of Junction 22 of the M1 and south of the A50, Markfield stands as one of the highest villages in Leicestershire at 222 metres above sea level. The village had a population of 5,681 according to the 2011 census, and in 2012, Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council published a conservation area overview, highlighting its significance for planning considerations. The other has a population of approximately 4,554 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hinckley and Bosworth district.

Property prices in Markfield show an average sale price of £268,042, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Markfield 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 Markfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Markfield, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.