How long do planning decisions take near Swannington?

The average planning decision time near Swannington is 41 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 Swannington?

The planning approval rate near Swannington is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Swannington?

The most common type of planning application near Swannington is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swannington?

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Swannington, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swannington, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Swannington are administered by North West Leicestershire District Council. View the full North West Leicestershire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Swannington

Swannington is a historic former mining village located in North West Leicestershire, England, with roots dating back to at least 1520, when five mining pits were documented. The village served as a terminus for the Leicester and Swannington Railway, established in 1832 to connect Swannington and the nearby township of Thringstone. The village's church is dedicated to Saint George, likely reflecting its ties to the prominent local figure, Sir George Beaumont of Coleorton Hall. This rich history may influence current planning applications and developments in the area.

Population: 1,268 (2021)

District: North West Leicestershire

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Area Information

Admin district: North West Leicestershire
Parliamentary constituency: Hinckley and Bosworth
LSOA: North West Leicestershire 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swannington.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Swannington.

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 Swannington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Swannington.

- Fernhill Cottage 17 Burtons Lane Swannington Coalville Leicestershire LE67 8QA
Erection of 1 no. self build dwelling and 2 no. detached garages (outline - all matters reserved)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-03-22
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A brief summary of Swannington in Leicestershire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Swannington a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Swannington

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Swannington. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Swannington.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Swannington were discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1), other applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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