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Planning in New Parks

Approved
96%
27 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of New Parks in the last 24 months, from Blaby District Council's planning register.

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About New Parks

New Parks is a residential suburb located within the city of Leicester, in the Leicester district of Leicestershire, England. As of the 2011 Census, it had a population of 17,128 and was an electoral ward of the City of Leicester, making it a significant area for local planning applications and community development initiatives.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Parks 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 New Parks 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, New Parks 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 New Parks, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near New Parks. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), amendments (3), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Parks?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near New Parks. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Parks?
The average planning decision time near New Parks is 71 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 New Parks?
The planning approval rate near New Parks is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Parks?
The most common type of planning application near New Parks is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Parks?
You can search and track planning applications near New Parks on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.