How long do planning decisions take near Orton-on-the-Hill?

The average planning decision time near Orton-on-the-Hill is 127 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 Orton-on-the-Hill?

The planning approval rate near Orton-on-the-Hill is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Orton-on-the-Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Orton-on-the-Hill is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Orton-on-the-Hill, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Orton-on-the-Hill, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Orton-on-the-Hill are administered by Hinckley And Bosworth Borough Council. View the full Hinckley And Bosworth Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Orton-on-the-Hill

Orton-on-the-Hill is a picturesque village located in the Hinckley and Bosworth district of Leicestershire, now part of the Twycross parish. The village is bordered by Morebarne, Sheepy, and Newhouse Grange to the south, and Appleby and Austrey to the east, making it a tranquil spot for potential planning applications in a charming rural setting.

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Area Information

Admin district: Hinckley and Bosworth
Parliamentary constituency: Hinckley and Bosworth
LSOA: Hinckley and Bosworth 004E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Orton-on-the-Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Orton-on-the-Hill.

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 Orton-on-the-Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Orton-on-the-Hill.

26/00430/TCA - Brigadoon Pipe Lane Orton On The Hill Atherstone Leicestershire CV9 3NF
Conifer (T1-T4) Remove
Status: Undecided | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-05-12
- Orton Hall Lodge 9 The Green Orton On The Hill Atherstone Leicestershire CV9 3NG
TW968498 - Common Ash and Sycamore to be coppiced to achieve 2m clearance from powerline. TW968499 - Holly, Lawson Cypress to be side prune to achieve 2m clearance from powerline. TW968500 - Ivy to be
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-05-04
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- Lancaster House 30 The Green Orton On The Hill Atherstone Leicestershire CV9 3NG
Lime (T1) Crown lift to 5 metres above ground level by removing all epicormic growth from the main stem and basal area. The prolific epicormic growth has smothered the trunk and removing it will resto
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-04-30
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26/00401/TCA - Lancaster House 30 The Green Orton On The Hill Atherstone Leicestershire CV9 3NG
Lime (T1) Crown lift to 5 metres above ground level by removing all epicormic growth from the main stem and basal area. The prolific epicormic growth has smothered the trunk and removing it will resto
Status: Undecided | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2026-04-30
- Unit No.1 (The Farmhouse) The Green Orton On The Hill Atherstone Leicestershire CV9 3NG
Conversion and extension to form garage (retrospective) (amended design of works to Unit 1 approved in 22/00689/FUL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2025-09-26
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- Land To The South Of Hall Farm The Green Orton On The Hill Leicestershire
Permission in principal for a single storey detached self-build dwellinghouse and the sacrifice of Plot no.2 of planning permission 22/00689/FUL
Status: Rejected | Council: Hinckley and Bosworth | Date: 2025-09-26
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A brief summary of Orton-on-the-Hill in Leicestershire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Orton-on-the-Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Orton-on-the-Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Orton on the Hill. 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.

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Planning Activity in Orton-on-the-Hill

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Orton-on-the-Hill. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 127 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Orton-on-the-Hill.

With an average of 127 days, decisions near Orton-on-the-Hill take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Orton-on-the-Hill were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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