How long do planning decisions take near Ratcliffe on Soar?

The average planning decision time near Ratcliffe on Soar is 64 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 Ratcliffe on Soar?

The planning approval rate near Ratcliffe on Soar is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ratcliffe on Soar?

The most common type of planning application near Ratcliffe on Soar is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ratcliffe on Soar?

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Ratcliffe on Soar, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ratcliffe on Soar, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ratcliffe on Soar are administered by Blaby District Council. View the full Blaby District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ratcliffe on Soar

Ratcliffe-on-Soar, a village and civil parish in Nottinghamshire, is situated along the picturesque River Soar. Known for its scenic views and community atmosphere, the area may present various opportunities for planning applications related to residential and commercial developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Rushcliffe
Parliamentary constituency: Rushcliffe
LSOA: Rushcliffe 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ratcliffe on Soar.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ratcliffe on Soar based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Ratcliffe on Soar.

- Uniper UK Ratcliffe On Soar Power Station Green Street Ratcliffe On Soar Nottinghamshire NG11 0EE
Discharge Condition 12 (Aerodrome) of Planning Permission 22/01399/LDO (25/01672/LDOCON)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-09-23
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- Red Hill Marine Ltd Redhill Marina Ratcliffe On Soar Nottinghamshire NG11 0EB
Proposal for existing boat and marina car park
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rushcliffe | Date: 2025-05-15
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25/00307/LDOCON - Uniper UK Ratcliffe On Soar Power Station Green Street Ratcliffe On Soar Nottinghamshire NG11 0EE
Discharge Condition 10 (Sustainable Transport Strategy) of planning application 22/01339/LDO
Type: Conditions | Council: Rushcliffe | Date: 2025-02-20
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A brief summary of Ratcliffe on Soar in Leicestershire

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

Ratcliffe on Soar has one conservation area within its boundaries: Thrumpton. 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 Ratcliffe on Soar includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lockington Marshes SSSI. 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 Ratcliffe on Soar

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ratcliffe on Soar. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 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 Ratcliffe on Soar.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Ratcliffe on Soar slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ratcliffe on Soar were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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