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Planning in South Luffenham

Approved
78%
29 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of South Luffenham in the last 24 months, from Rutland County Council's planning register.

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About South Luffenham

South Luffenham is a village located in Rutland, East Midlands, England, with a population of 470 as of the 2021 census, up from 455 in 2011. This quaint civil parish offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting the area's growth and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 472 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rutland district.

South Luffenham covers an area of approximately 2.3 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 South Luffenham show an average sale price of £319,673, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Luffenham 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 South Luffenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Luffenham 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 South Luffenham, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near South Luffenham. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), tree works (14), discharge of conditions (6).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Luffenham?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near South Luffenham. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Luffenham?
The average planning decision time near South Luffenham is 49 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 South Luffenham?
The planning approval rate near South Luffenham is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Luffenham?
The most common type of planning application near South Luffenham is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Luffenham?
You can search and track planning applications near South Luffenham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.