How long do planning decisions take near Measham?

The average planning decision time near Measham is 32 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 Measham?

The planning approval rate near Measham is 23%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Measham?

The most common type of planning application near Measham is telecoms, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Measham?

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Measham, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Measham, Leicestershire.

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About Measham

Measham is a large village located in North West Leicestershire, England, near the borders of Derbyshire, Staffordshire, and Warwickshire. Situated off the A42 and approximately 4.5 miles south of Ashby de la Zouch, it lies within the National Forest. Historically, Measham was an exclave of Derbyshire until it became part of Leicestershire in 1897, and its name is believed to signify "homestead on the River Mease." This rich history may influence planning applications and developments in the area.

Population: 5,371 (2021)

District: North West Leicestershire

Website: http://www.leicestershireparishcouncils.org/measham

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,590 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North West Leicestershire
Parliamentary constituency: North West Leicestershire
LSOA: North West Leicestershire 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Measham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Measham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Measham.

- 49 Greenfield Road Measham Swadlincote Leicestershire DE12 7LB
Certificate of Lawful Proposed Development for the change of use of a dwellinghouse (C3) to a children's care home (C2) for up to two children
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-12-07
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- Outside 89 High Street Measham Swadlincote Derby DE12 7HZ
Installation of 1no 10m light wooden pole
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Demba Cottage Navigation Street Measham Swadlincote Derby DE12 7LW
Non material amendment application to add a new condition listing the approved plans to planning permission 07/01184/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-04-26
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- Tesco Express 30C High Street Measham Leicestershire DE12 7HR
Works to crown raise 2 no. alder trees to a height of 4 metres (Unprotected trees in a Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-12-24
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- 38 Chapel Street Measham Swadlincote Derby DE12 7JD
Works to reduce 1no Weeping Birch (Unprotected tree in a conservation area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-08-17
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- 117 High Street Measham Swadlincote Derby DE12 7JB
The approval of details reserved by condition(s) 5 (external details/materials), 15 (construction traffic management plan) and 18 (bird boxes) relating to planning permission ref: 15/00570/FULM
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2023-11-02
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A brief summary of Measham in Leicestershire

Property prices in Measham show an average sale price of £238,590, 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 Measham a particularly low-crime area.

Measham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Measham. 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 Measham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Mease SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Mease. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Measham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.leicestershireparishcouncils.org/measham. 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.

Planning Activity in Measham

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Measham. Of these, 23% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 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 Measham.

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Measham were telecoms (9), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).

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