What is the planning approval rate near Swithland?

The planning approval rate near Swithland is 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Swithland?

The most common type of planning application near Swithland is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swithland?

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Swithland, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swithland, Leicestershire.

Leicestershire · England · settlement

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About Swithland

Swithland is a picturesque linear village located in the Charnwood borough of Leicestershire, England, nestled within the historic Charnwood Forest. With a small population of 217 recorded in the 2011 census, the village features essential amenities including a village hall, a parish church, and the popular Griffin Inn. Swithland is also renowned for its local slate quarrying, making it a unique spot for planning applications related to heritage and conservation within the area.

Population: 255 (2021)

District: Charnwood

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £275,025 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rushcliffe
Parliamentary constituency: Rushcliffe
LSOA: Rushcliffe 014B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swithland.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Swithland based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Swithland.

- The Ashes 155 Main Street Swithland Leicestershire LE12 8TQ
Erection of two-storey front extension, removal of chimney, installation of roof light, alterations and replacement windows to include Juliet balcony and any associated works (Amended Description)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2024-01-26
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- 149 Main Street, Swithland, Leicestershire, LE12 8TQ
TO BE CONFIRMED The subject tree is a large mature beech tree in the boundary hedge between 149 and 153 Main Street, Swithland, close to the highway boundary. The tree is completely dead and has been
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2023-05-26
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A brief summary of Swithland in Leicestershire

Property prices in Swithland show an average sale price of £275,025, 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 Swithland a particularly low-crime area.

Swithland has one conservation area within its boundaries: Swithland. 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 Swithland includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Buddon Wood and Swithland Reservoir SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Swithland

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Swithland. Of these, 40% were approved.

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 Swithland.

The most common application types near Swithland were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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