Blaby, located in Leicestershire, is a district known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes. The area features a variety of architectural styles, with notable buildings such as the Grade II listed Blaby Hall.
In the last year Blaby decided 467 applications which is well below the national average of 980. The approval rate was 92% (marginally above the national average of 88%) and 47% of applications were decided on time, (significantly below the national average of 59%). Stats updated July 2026 from gov.uk sources. See how Blaby performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
Blaby’s patchwork of farmland and woodlands is highly visible from nearby settlements and requires sensitive planning for any new development.
One of the top reasons poorly prepared proposals in the Open Countryside are refused is that they fail to demonstrate a policy-supported need. To minimise that risk with bespoke advice contact us here.
Alongside acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. We advise on and prepare planning applications across a range of development types, including:
Thoughtful, well-considered design is often the key to securing Planning Permission, particularly on sites where others struggle to find a way forward. Let’s discuss your project.
Blaby, located in Leicestershire, is a district known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes. The area features a variety of architectural styles, with notable buildings such as the Grade II listed Blaby Hall.
In the last year Blaby decided 467 applications which is well below the national average of 980. The approval rate was 92% (marginally above the national average of 88%) and 47% of applications were decided on time, (significantly below the national average of 59%). Stats updated July 2026 from gov.uk sources. See how Blaby performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
Blaby’s patchwork of farmland and woodlands is highly visible from nearby settlements and requires sensitive planning for any new development.
One of the top reasons poorly prepared proposals in the Open Countryside are refused is that they fail to demonstrate a policy-supported need. To minimise that risk with bespoke advice contact us here.
Alongside acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. We advise on and prepare planning applications across a range of development types, including:
Thoughtful, well-considered design is often the key to securing Planning Permission, particularly on sites where others struggle to find a way forward. Let’s discuss your project.
