Thurcaston, Leicestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Thurcaston, Leicestershire.
Leicestershire · England · settlement
About Thurcaston
Thurcaston is a village located within the civil parish of Thurcaston and Cropston in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, England. Notably, it was once home to Bishop Hugh Latimer, adding historical significance to the area. This context may be relevant for individuals researching planning applications, as the village's unique heritage can influence local development and conservation efforts.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £276,909 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Charnwood
- Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
- LSOA: Charnwood 017A
Crime Statistics
10 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 3
- other-crime: 2
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
- other-theft: 1
- public-order: 1
- vehicle-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Thurcaston.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Thurcaston.
- 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 Thurcaston based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Thurcaston.
- - 143 Leicester Road, Thurcaston, Leicestershire, LE7 7JL
Erection of single storey rear extension and loft conversion with rear dormer.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 52 Anstey Lane, Thurcaston, Leicestershire, LE7 7JA
T1 - Holm Oak Works - Raise canopy to 4.5m to allow light to pass into front garden between Yew hedge and canopy of Holm Oak. Reason - To allow light to pass into front garden between Yew hedge and ca
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - The Old School, 62 Anstey Lane, Thurcaston, Leicestershire, LE7 7JA
1. OAK TREE (Applicant's Property) - Safety Reduction Works Tree Species: Mature Oak tree located in applicant's rear garden Proposed Works: - Large Branch Reduction (Safety Priority) - Reduce the lar
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - White House, 77 Rectory Lane, Thurcaston, Leicestershire, LE7 7JR
T1 (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) -Reduce in height by approximately 50%. T2 Thuja (Thuja plicata) - Reduce in height by approximately 50%. T3 Leyland cypress (Cupressus x leylandii) - Reduce in height by
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - 39 Anstey Lane, Thurcaston, Leicestershire, LE7 7JB
Tree 4 - Common Ash (Tree Owner: 41 Anstey Lane) - Heavy Crown Raise, up to 5m above ground level. Trim to clear from telephone wires by 1-2m. Tree 13 - Sycamore (Tree Owner: 39 Anstey Lane) - Trim br
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2024-02-02
View full details - - 52 Anstey Lane, Thurcaston, Leicestershire, LE7 7JA
T1 Bay Laurel Work - Remove T2 Holm Oak Work - Raise canopy to create 2m clearance above Yews and continue raise to balance. T3 Blue Atlas Cedar Work - Reduce spread over neighbours garden to within 1
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Charnwood | Date: 2023-04-19
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A brief summary of Thurcaston in Leicestershire
Thurcaston is a village located within the civil parish of Thurcaston and Cropston in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, England. Notably, it was once home to Bishop Hugh Latimer, adding historical significance to the area. This context may be relevant for individuals researching planning applications, as the village's unique heritage can influence local development and conservation efforts.
Property prices in Thurcaston show an average sale price of £276,909, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 10 crimes reported in the Thurcaston area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Thurcaston has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Rothley Ridgeway, Cropston, Thurcaston. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thurcaston 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.
Planning Activity in Thurcaston
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Thurcaston. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Thurcaston.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Thurcaston were full planning applications (6), tree works (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.