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Planning in Markfield

Approved
77%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Markfield in the last 24 months, from Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council's planning register.

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About Markfield

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 settlement 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Markfield, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Markfield. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Markfield?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Markfield. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Markfield?
The average planning decision time near Markfield is 72 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 Markfield?
The planning approval rate near Markfield is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Markfield?
The most common type of planning application near Markfield is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Markfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Markfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.