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Planning in Melton Mowbray

Approved
91%
30 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Melton Mowbray in the last 24 months, from Melton Borough Council's planning register.

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About Melton Mowbray

Melton Mowbray, a vibrant market town in Leicestershire, is situated 19 miles northeast of Leicester and 20 miles southeast of Nottingham, along the River Eye. With a population of 27,670 as of 2019, it is renowned as Britain's "Rural Capital of Food," celebrated for its iconic Melton Mowbray pork pies and as one of six licensed producers of Stilton cheese. This rich culinary heritage makes it a focal point for planning applications related to food production and tourism development in the area.

Property prices in Melton Mowbray show an average sale price of £455,798, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Melton Mowbray 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 Melton Mowbray a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Melton Mowbray has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Melton Mowbray 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 Melton Mowbray, 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, 80 planning applications were submitted near Melton Mowbray. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Melton Mowbray?
In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Melton Mowbray. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Melton Mowbray?
The average planning decision time near Melton Mowbray is 65 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 Melton Mowbray?
The planning approval rate near Melton Mowbray is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Melton Mowbray?
The most common type of planning application near Melton Mowbray is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Melton Mowbray?
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