How long do planning decisions take near Wanlip?

The average planning decision time near Wanlip is 57 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 Wanlip?

The planning approval rate near Wanlip is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wanlip?

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

How can I track planning applications near Wanlip?

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Wanlip, Leicestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wanlip, Leicestershire.

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About Wanlip

Wanlip is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, home to a population of 305 as per the 2011 census. Nestled in the countryside north of Birstall and west of Watermead Country Park and the River Soar, it offers a rural charm complemented by accessibility via the A46 road. Notably, Wanlip was awarded the title of Best Village in the 2008 Leicester and Rutland competition for villages with populations under 500, highlighting its appeal for potential developments and planning applications in the area.

Population: 174 (2021)

District: Charnwood

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Area Information

Admin district: Harborough
Parliamentary constituency: Rutland and Stamford
LSOA: Harborough 011E

Crime Statistics

90 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 30
anti-social-behaviour: 18
criminal-damage-arson: 11
other-theft: 7
public-order: 6
shoplifting: 6
burglary: 5
drugs: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
other-crime: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wanlip.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wanlip based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wanlip.

- Watermead Country Park, King Lears Car Park, Wanlip Road, Syston, LE7 4PH
Installation of new 13.6m x 1.6m Pedestrian Bridge crossing river soar. To include screw piles to support bridge
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Other | Council: Leicestershire | Date: 2026-02-16
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A brief summary of Wanlip in Leicestershire

The Wanlip area recorded 90 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Wanlip has one conservation area within its boundaries: Birstall. 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.

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Planning Activity in Wanlip

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Wanlip. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Wanlip.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Wanlip slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wanlip were outline applications (5), full planning applications (4), other applications (3).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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