Old Dalby, Leicestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Old Dalby, Leicestershire.
Leicestershire · England · settlement
About Old Dalby
Old Dalby is a village situated in the Melton district of Leicestershire, England, northwest of Melton Mowbray. Once known as "Wold Dalby" or "Dalby on the Wolds," it had a population of 315 in 1931 before becoming part of the parish of Broughton and Old Dalby in 1936. For those researching planning applications, Old Dalby offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern development potential within a picturesque rural setting.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £245,387 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Melton
- Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
- LSOA: Melton 003D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Old Dalby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Old Dalby.
- 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 Old Dalby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Old Dalby.
- - The Forge 13 Main Road Old Dalby Leicestershire LE14 3LR
Non material amendment to planning permission ref: 23/00988/FUL limited to a change in material detail of the front doors to uPVC or Composite material.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - Twin Trees 27 Paradise Lane Old Dalby Leicestershire LE14 3NH
The tree has started leaning much more than previously, and a tree surgeon (Wadkin & Son, Hickling) has advised that there is some dead wood with risk of the tree falling into road or property across
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-08-10
View full details - - Old Dalby Cottage 15 Paradise Lane Old Dalby Leicestershire LE14 3NH
Leylandii - L2-6, L8-13 -50% reduction to 7 metres from ground level- to reduce overgrowth and overcrowding. L1+L2+L7- removal to reduce overgrowth and overcrowding. Ash - A1 - removal of 1 Ash to red
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-08-03
View full details - - The Willows 9 Debdale Hill Old Dalby Leicestershire LE14 3LF
T1 Birch light reduced by 4m and sides to match T2 Blackthorn pollard to approximately 3m as getting to big T3 Ash felled to ground level T4 Willow to have large lower limb over footpath removed as th
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2024-01-28
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A brief summary of Old Dalby in Leicestershire
Old Dalby is a village situated in the Melton district of Leicestershire, England, northwest of Melton Mowbray. Once known as "Wold Dalby" or "Dalby on the Wolds," it had a population of 315 in 1931 before becoming part of the parish of Broughton and Old Dalby in 1936. For those researching planning applications, Old Dalby offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern development potential within a picturesque rural setting.
Property prices in Old Dalby show an average sale price of £245,387, 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 Old Dalby a particularly low-crime area.
Old Dalby has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Old Dalby includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Old Dalby
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Old Dalby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Old Dalby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Old Dalby were tree works (2), amendments (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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- Grimston planning applications
- Shoby planning applications
- Upper Broughton planning applications
- Queensway Old Dalby planning applications
- Nether Broughton planning applications
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- Broughton Lodges planning applications
- Hickling Pastures planning applications
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