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Planning in New Swannington

Approved
79%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of New Swannington in the last 24 months, from North West Leicestershire District Council's planning register.

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About New Swannington

New Swannington is a locality situated between the towns of Whitwick and Swannington in the North West Leicestershire district. This area is part of the broader Leicestershire region and is significant for potential planning applications, given its strategic location and community development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Swannington 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 Swannington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Swannington 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 Swannington, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near New Swannington. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), telecoms (4), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Swannington?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near New Swannington. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Swannington?
The average planning decision time near New Swannington is 76 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 Swannington?
The planning approval rate near New Swannington is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Swannington?
The most common type of planning application near New Swannington is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Swannington?
You can search and track planning applications near New Swannington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.