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Planning in Queniborough

Approved
63%
45 of 67 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Queniborough in the last 24 months, from Charnwood Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Queniborough

Postcode districts

LE7 577 applications in the last 12 monthsLE17 367 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Charnwood Borough Council

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About Queniborough

Queniborough is a village located in Leicestershire, just 2.5 miles northeast of Syston and 7.5 miles from Leicester city centre. With a population of 2,326 recorded in the 2011 census, it is part of the Leicester Urban Area and features a mix of 972 properties. Notably, the parish church of St Mary's is acclaimed for having one of the finest spires in Leicestershire, making the village an area of interest for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,088 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Charnwood district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Queniborough 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 Queniborough 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, Queniborough 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 Queniborough, 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, 91 planning applications were submitted near Queniborough. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 104 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), tree works (22), discharge of conditions (12). 10 large-scale developments were 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 Queniborough?
In the last 24 months, 91 planning applications were submitted near Queniborough. The approval rate is 63%.
How long do planning decisions take near Queniborough?
The average planning decision time near Queniborough is 104 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 Queniborough?
The planning approval rate near Queniborough is 63%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Queniborough?
The most common type of planning application near Queniborough is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Queniborough?
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