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Planning in Morcott

Approved
84%
31 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Morcott in the last 24 months, from Rutland County Council's planning register.

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About Morcott

Morcott is a quaint village and civil parish in Rutland, East Midlands, with a population of 321 as of the 2011 census. Situated approximately 7 miles southeast of Oakham, it is accessible via the A47 and A6121 roads. Notably, a reconstructed windmill serves as a landmark visible from both directions along the A47, enhancing Morcott's charm and character for potential residents and developers considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 323 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rutland district.

Morcott covers an area of approximately 2.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Morcott show an average sale price of £319,673, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Morcott a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Morcott 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 Morcott, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Morcott. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Morcott?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Morcott. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Morcott?
The average planning decision time near Morcott is 50 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 Morcott?
The planning approval rate near Morcott is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Morcott?
The most common type of planning application near Morcott is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Morcott?
You can search and track planning applications near Morcott on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.