How long do planning decisions take near Stretton en le Field?

The average planning decision time near Stretton en le Field is 8 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 Stretton en le Field?

The planning approval rate near Stretton en le Field is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stretton en le Field?

The most common type of planning application near Stretton en le Field is other, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stretton en le Field?

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Stretton en le Field, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stretton en le Field, Leicestershire.

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About Stretton en le Field

Stretton en le Field is a quaint village and civil parish located in North West Leicestershire, approximately 7 miles southwest of Ashby de la Zouch. With a small population that remained under 100 as of the 2011 census, it has been included in the civil parish of Chilcote. The village is notable for Stretton Bridge, which crosses the River Mease, marking the northern boundary of the parish, and for being a Thankful Village, as all eleven men who served in the Great War returned home safely. This peaceful setting may be a consideration for planning applications, given its historical significance and community character.

Population: 38 (2021)

District: North West Leicestershire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £238,590 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North West Leicestershire
Parliamentary constituency: North West Leicestershire
LSOA: North West Leicestershire 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stretton en le Field.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stretton en le Field.

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 Stretton en le Field based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Stretton en le Field.

- A444 Acresford Road Stretton En Le Field Derby DE12 8AD
Installation of a temporary construction access point 2025/CM/0122/LCC
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2025-09-23
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A brief summary of Stretton en le Field in Leicestershire

Property prices in Stretton en le Field show an average sale price of £238,590, 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 Stretton en le Field a particularly low-crime area.

Stretton en le Field has one conservation area within its boundaries: Appleby Magna. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stretton en le Field includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Mease SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Mease. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Stretton en le Field

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stretton en le Field. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 8 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Stretton en le Field may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 8 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stretton en le Field were other applications (3).

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