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Planning in Wymeswold

Approved
92%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wymeswold in the last 24 months, from Charnwood Borough Council's planning register.

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About Wymeswold

Wymeswold is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Charnwood district of Leicestershire, England, just north-east of Loughborough. With a population of approximately 1,000 residents, as recorded in the 2011 census, Wymeswold is surrounded by nearby villages including Prestwold and Burton on the Wolds, as well as Nottinghamshire’s Rempstone and Willoughby on the Wolds. This charming community may present various planning opportunities for developers and local authorities alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,363 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Charnwood district.

Property prices in Wymeswold show an average sale price of £295,593, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wymeswold 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 Wymeswold a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wymeswold 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 Wymeswold, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Wymeswold. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (3), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wymeswold?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Wymeswold. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wymeswold?
The average planning decision time near Wymeswold is 73 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 Wymeswold?
The planning approval rate near Wymeswold is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wymeswold?
The most common type of planning application near Wymeswold is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wymeswold?
You can search and track planning applications near Wymeswold on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.