Wyfordby, Leicestershire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wyfordby, Leicestershire.
Leicestershire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Wyfordby are administered by Blaby District Council. View the full Blaby District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Wyfordby
Freeby is a civil parish located in the Melton district of Leicestershire, England, approximately 3 miles east of Melton Mowbray. The parish encompasses several villages, including Freeby, Brentingby, Saxby, Stapleford, and Wyfordby, with a total population of 244 as recorded in the 2011 Census. This area offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the region.
District: Freeby
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Area Information
- Admin district: Melton
- Parliamentary constituency: Melton and Syston
- LSOA: Melton 003D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wyfordby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wyfordby.
- 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 Wyfordby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Wyfordby.
- - Woodbine Farm Main Road Wyfordby LE14 4RY
Notification of prior approval for the conversion of agricultural buildings to five dwelling houses under Class Q part a [change of use] and part b [building operations reasonably necessary to convert
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Melton | Date: 2019-09-06
View full details - - Land Adj Woodbine Farm Main Road Wyfordby
Prior Approval for the proposed change of use of an agricultural building to three dwellinghouses (C3) (Class Qa Only)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Melton | Date: 2017-01-18
View full details - - Fairview Cottage Main Road Wyfordby LE14 4RY
Timber detatched garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2014-10-28
View full details - - Woodbine Farm Main Road Wyfordby LE14 4RY
Rear kitchen extension using brick, stone and pantiles in keeping with the existing building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Melton | Date: 2014-06-17
View full details - - Fairview Cottage Main Road Wyfordby LE14 4RY
Two storey front and single storey rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2014-01-29
View full details - - Pansy Cottage Main Road Wyfordby Melton Mowbray LE14 4RY
Two storey side extension, conversion of outbuilding to annexe construction of timber stable and fodder
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2013-09-17
View full details - - Jasmine Farm Main Road Wyfordby LE14 4RY
Converting existing garage to granny annex
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2013-06-13
View full details - - Jasmine Farm Main Road Wyfordby LE14 4RY
Two storey extension to the rear, single storey side extension and alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Melton | Date: 2007-07-09
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A brief summary of Wyfordby in Leicestershire
Freeby is a civil parish located in the Melton district of Leicestershire, England, approximately 3 miles east of Melton Mowbray. The parish encompasses several villages, including Freeby, Brentingby, Saxby, Stapleford, and Wyfordby, with a total population of 244 as recorded in the 2011 Census. This area offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the region. It sits within the Freeby district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wyfordby a particularly low-crime area.
Wyfordby has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Wyfordby includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Eye SSSI. 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 Wyfordby
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Wyfordby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 306 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wyfordby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 306 days, decisions near Wyfordby take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 11-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Wyfordby were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Brentingby planning applications
- Stapleford planning applications
- Freeby planning applications
- Thorpe Arnold planning applications
- Burton Lazars planning applications
- Saxby planning applications
- Melton Mowbray planning applications
- Garthorpe planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.