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Planning in Slawston

Approved
92%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Slawston

Slawston is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England, just north-east of Market Harborough. The parish had a population of 143 in the 2001 census, which rose to 191 by 2011, and it encompasses the deserted village of Othorpe. Located approximately 1 km from Medbourne, Slawston offers a rural setting that may be of interest for various planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 152 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Harborough district.

Slawston covers an area of approximately 1124.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Slawston show an average sale price of £359,422, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Slawston 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 Slawston 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, Slawston 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 Slawston, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Slawston. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Slawston?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Slawston. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Slawston?
The average planning decision time near Slawston is 39 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 Slawston?
The planning approval rate near Slawston is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Slawston?
The most common type of planning application near Slawston is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Slawston?
You can search and track planning applications near Slawston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.