Search Whetstone planning applications

10 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Whetstone · updated daily · Blaby District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 10 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Coop Cambridge Road Whetstone Leicester Leicestershire LE8 6PNRefusedRetrospective application for siting an InPost Parcel LockerReceived 30 Oct 2026Decided 15 Sep 202626/1008/FUL
7 Spinney Halt Whetstone Leicester Leicestershire LE8 6HWAwaiting decisionErection of a single storey rear extension (including demolition of existing conservatory).Received 23 Oct 202626/0921/HH
Grasmere 4 Station Street Whetstone Leicester Leicestershire LE8 6JSAwaiting decisionErection of first floor extension to create a fourth bedroom above existing garageReceived 21 Oct 202626/0876/HH
35 East Avenue Whetstone Leicester Leicestershire LE8 6JGAwaiting decisionTo erect single storey extension to rear.Received 13 Oct 202626/0910/HH
155 Grove Road Blaby Leicester Leicestershire LE8 4DHApprovedVariation of condition 3 (child age restriction condition) of 25/0627/FULReceived 12 Oct 2026Decided 4 Nov 202626/0923/VAR

Planning in Whetstone

Approved: 92%; 46 of 48 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Whetstone in the last 24 months, from Blaby District Council's planning register.

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Around Whetstone

Postcode districts

LE8 312 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Blaby District Council

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About Whetstone

Whetstone is a village and civil parish located in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, England, serving primarily as a commuter hub for nearby Leicester, just five miles to the north. With a population of 6,556 as recorded in the 2011 census, Whetstone is an integral part of the Leicester Urban Area, making it a relevant location for planning applications related to residential and infrastructure developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,248 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Blaby district.

The area around Whetstone has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whetstone 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.

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In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Whetstone. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), discharge of conditions (9), tree works (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whetstone?

In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Whetstone. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Whetstone?

The average planning decision time near Whetstone is 69 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 Whetstone?

The planning approval rate near Whetstone is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Whetstone?

The most common type of planning application near Whetstone is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whetstone?

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