How long do planning decisions take near Rotherby?

The average planning decision time near Rotherby is 47 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 Rotherby?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Rotherby?

The most common type of planning application near Rotherby is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rotherby?

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Rotherby, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rotherby, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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About Rotherby

Rotherby is a quaint village located approximately 9 miles northeast of Leicester, within the Melton district of Leicestershire. Now part of the parish of Hoby with Rotherby, this former civil parish had a population of 133 in 1931, offering a serene rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications in the area.

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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 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rotherby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rotherby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Rotherby.

- Manor Farm 25 Main Street Rotherby Leicestershire LE14 2LP
Proposed Front Porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-11-28
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- The Bungalow 9 Main Street Rotherby Leicestershire LE14 2LP
Tree 1 and 2 are Lime trees which require pollarding and their location is identified in the sketch plan.
Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-11-21
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- Wildwinds 11 Main Street Rotherby Leicestershire LE14 2LP
T1 Yew - Raise canopy to 4.5m over driveway to facilitate site access for delivery vehicles. T2 Lime - Raise canopy to 3.5m to remove basal sucker growth. T3 Yew - Remove damaged limb and reduce sprea
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-10-15
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- Brooksby Melton College Hoby Road Brooksby Leicestershire LE14 2LJ
Discharge of Condition 3 (Materials) of Planning Permission 24/00121/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-10-13
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- Brooksby Quarry, Melton Road, Melton Mowbray, LE14 2LJ
Request for a Screening Opinion in relation to two Section 73 Variation of Condition Applications at Brooksby Quarry
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Leicestershire | Date: 2025-09-16
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A brief summary of Rotherby in Leicestershire

Property prices in Rotherby 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 Rotherby a particularly low-crime area.

Rotherby 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 Rotherby includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Frisby Marsh 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 Rotherby

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Rotherby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rotherby were tree works (4), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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