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Planning in Shelthorpe

Approved
79%
27 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Shelthorpe

Shelthorpe is a ward and suburb located within Loughborough, part of the Charnwood district in Leicestershire, England. This area is relevant for planning applications, offering potential insights into local development opportunities and community needs.

Property prices in Shelthorpe show an average sale price of £295,593, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shelthorpe 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 Shelthorpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shelthorpe has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shelthorpe 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Shelthorpe, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Shelthorpe. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), outline applications (11), discharge of conditions (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shelthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Shelthorpe. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shelthorpe?
The average planning decision time near Shelthorpe is 52 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 Shelthorpe?
The planning approval rate near Shelthorpe is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shelthorpe?
The most common type of planning application near Shelthorpe is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shelthorpe?
You can search and track planning applications near Shelthorpe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.