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Planning in Scraptoft

Approved
85%
22 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Scraptoft in the last 24 months, from Harborough District Council's planning register.

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Around Scraptoft

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LE7 577 applications in the last 12 monthsLE5 153 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Harborough District Council

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About Scraptoft

Scraptoft is a village and civil parish located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England, with a population of 1,804 as recorded in the 2011 census. Situated north of the A47 road and east of Leicester, Scraptoft seamlessly integrates with the neighbouring built-up areas of Thurnby and Bushby to the south, making it a pertinent area for planning applications and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,967 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Harborough district.

Scraptoft covers an area of approximately 530.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Scraptoft 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 Scraptoft 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, Scraptoft 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 Scraptoft, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Scraptoft. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), tree works (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Scraptoft?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Scraptoft. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Scraptoft?
The average planning decision time near Scraptoft 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 Scraptoft?
The planning approval rate near Scraptoft is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Scraptoft?
The most common type of planning application near Scraptoft is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Scraptoft?
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