How long do planning decisions take near Osgathorpe?

The average planning decision time near Osgathorpe is 46 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 Osgathorpe?

The planning approval rate near Osgathorpe is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Osgathorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Osgathorpe is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Osgathorpe?

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Osgathorpe, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Osgathorpe, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Osgathorpe are administered by North West Leicestershire District Council. View the full North West Leicestershire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Osgathorpe

Osgathorpe is a quaint village nestled within the hills of North West Leicestershire, situated approximately a quarter of a mile from the A512 road connecting Coalville to Loughborough. As of the 2011 census, the civil parish had a population of 411, making it a small yet close-knit community, which may be relevant for those looking into local planning applications and developments in the area.

Population: 441 (2021)

District: North West Leicestershire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £295,593 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rushcliffe
Parliamentary constituency: Rushcliffe
LSOA: Rushcliffe 014C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Osgathorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Osgathorpe.

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 Osgathorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Osgathorpe.

26/00793/DIS · Received: Thu 18 Jun 2026 · Validated: Thu 18 Jun 2026 - The Warren 6 Chapel Lane Osgathorpe Loughborough Leicestershire LE12 9SX
The approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (Risk Based Land Contamination Assessment), 4 (Verification Investigation) and 9 (Archaeological Evaluation) relating to planning permission ref: 20/01
Status: Undecided | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2026-06-18
- 8 Church Lane Osgathorpe Loughborough Leicestershire LE12 9SY
Erection of single-storey front extensions to provide for a wc and porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-09-05
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A brief summary of Osgathorpe in Leicestershire

Property prices in Osgathorpe show an average sale price of £295,593, 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 Osgathorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Osgathorpe includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Grace Dieu and High Sharpley SSSI, Pasture and Asplin Woods SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Osgathorpe

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Osgathorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Osgathorpe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Osgathorpe were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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