How long do planning decisions take near Scalford?

The average planning decision time near Scalford is 67 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 Scalford?

The planning approval rate near Scalford is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Scalford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Scalford?

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Scalford, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Scalford, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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About Scalford

Scalford is a charming village and civil parish located in the Melton borough of Leicestershire, England, approximately 4 miles north of Melton Mowbray, at the southern edge of the Vale of Belvoir. With a population of 608 recorded in the 2011 census, Scalford offers a quaint community atmosphere, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local developments.

Population: 627 (2021)

District: Melton

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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 001F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Scalford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scalford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Scalford.

- Rose Cottage 17 King Street Scalford Leicestershire LE14 4DW
T1 Conifer and T2 Apple felled to ground level causing issues (subsidence) to south facing side of property
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2026-01-15
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- Tudor House 7 Sandy Lane Scalford Leicestershire LE14 4DS
T1 Norway Maple - Fell T2, Maple - Fell TG1 Mixed Species including Holly & Ivy - Fell TG2 Mixed Species including Yew & Ivy - Fell
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-12-16
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- Wycomb Fields Farm Wycomb Lane Scalford Leicestershire LE14 4PW
condition 3 (external materials) - covering letter condition 4 (biodiversity) - Biodiversity Enhancement Plan ref. TS 2025/02/780 condition 6 (archaeology) - Written Scheme of Investigation (WSI) by A
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Melton | Date: 2025-11-14
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- Yew Tree House 12 South Street Scalford Leicestershire LE14 4DY
Replacement of 8no. windows on the front and rear elevations and the rear entrance door
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Melton | Date: 2024-08-26
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- New Bungalow Wycomb Lane Scalford Melton Mowbray LE14 4PW
Non-material amendment of planning permissions 22/00604/FUL and 23/00045/DIS to change all windows to UPVC wood effect.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Melton | Date: 2024-04-26
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- 5 Queens Close Scalford Leicestershire LE14 4DR
Removal of 7 trees (holly and conifers)
Type: Trees | Council: Melton | Date: 2023-08-18
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A brief summary of Scalford in Leicestershire

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

Scalford 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.

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Planning Activity in Scalford

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Scalford. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 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 Scalford.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Scalford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Scalford were tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (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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