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Planning in Wigston Harcourt

Approved
93%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wigston Harcourt in the last 24 months, from Oadby and Wigston Borough Council's planning register.

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About Wigston Harcourt

Wigston Harcourt is a settlement located in Leicestershire, England.

Property prices in Wigston Harcourt show an average sale price of £258,129, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wigston Harcourt area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Wigston Harcourt a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wigston Harcourt 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Wigston Harcourt, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Wigston Harcourt. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wigston Harcourt?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Wigston Harcourt. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wigston Harcourt?
The average planning decision time near Wigston Harcourt is 36 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 Wigston Harcourt?
The planning approval rate near Wigston Harcourt is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wigston Harcourt?
The most common type of planning application near Wigston Harcourt is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wigston Harcourt?
You can search and track planning applications near Wigston Harcourt on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.