Burton Overy, Leicestershire
Guide Price
£200,000
- PROPERTY TYPE
Land
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Description
Location
A rare opportunity to acquire a building plot in this highly sought-after conservation village, occupying a delightful position with attractive countryside views. Conveniently located between Leicester and Market Harborough, the plot is well placed for access to a number of the region's most highly regarded schools, including Leicester Grammar School, Leicester Grammar Stoneygate School and Leicester High School for Girls. Amenities can be found in nearby Great Glen (1.5 miles). Complementing its rural charm, Burton Overy boasts a thriving village community, with amenities including The Bell Public House and Village Hall. Good access to Leicester (8 miles) and Market Harborough (10 miles) train stations which have direct trains to London St Pancras.
Description
A rectangular plot, sloping southwards, having a frontage to Back Lane of 21.4 metres, a depth of 23 metres and a rear width of 25.8 metres. The plot has an area of 0.06 ha (0.14 acres) and is enclosed by hedges or fencing. The rear boundary is to be erected by the Purchaser.
Services
All main services are available.
Planning Permissions
Planning permission ref no. 18/01535/FUL was granted by Harborough District Council on 2nd November 2018 for a detached dwelling, subject to various conditions.
On 11th November 2021, Salus Building Compliance confirmed that the District Council had accepted the Initial Notice on 13th September 2021 that the drainage work constituted commencement of work, thus preserving the planning status of this application.
Planning permission ref no. 23/01468/FUL was approved by the District Council on 10th January 2024 for the formation of a highway crossover and a single detached dwelling with garaging, off road parking and gardens, subject to conditions. Condition no 1 states that the development shall begin by 10th January 2027.
Copies of both planning permissions and site plans are available from King West on request.
Value Added Tax
VAT is not payable on the purchase price of the site.
Tenure
The plot is freehold and the title is registered with the Land Registry under title number LT534437. Vacant possession will be given on completion.
Fencing
The purchasers are to erect and maintain a fence to the rear boundary of the plot prior to commencement of any further building works on the site.
Inspection
Strictly by prior appointment with King West
Further information
Contact Andrew Cowling at King West
IMPORTANT NOTICE
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs, videos and/or virtual tours illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification, address and source of funds at the point any sale is agreed. KingWest uses “Coadjute / coadjute.com ” as our regulatory consultants and prospective Buyers will be required to provide requisite information to them via secure link in order to complete the biometric checks electronically at a cost of £45 + VAT per person, non-refundable. These anti-money laundering checks must be completed before we can send the memorandum of sale to the solicitors to confirm the sale..
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. May 2026.
A rare opportunity to acquire a building plot in this highly sought-after conservation village, occupying a delightful position with attractive countryside views. Conveniently located between Leicester and Market Harborough, the plot is well placed for access to a number of the region's most highly regarded schools, including Leicester Grammar School, Leicester Grammar Stoneygate School and Leicester High School for Girls. Amenities can be found in nearby Great Glen (1.5 miles). Complementing its rural charm, Burton Overy boasts a thriving village community, with amenities including The Bell Public House and Village Hall. Good access to Leicester (8 miles) and Market Harborough (10 miles) train stations which have direct trains to London St Pancras.
Description
A rectangular plot, sloping southwards, having a frontage to Back Lane of 21.4 metres, a depth of 23 metres and a rear width of 25.8 metres. The plot has an area of 0.06 ha (0.14 acres) and is enclosed by hedges or fencing. The rear boundary is to be erected by the Purchaser.
Services
All main services are available.
Planning Permissions
Planning permission ref no. 18/01535/FUL was granted by Harborough District Council on 2nd November 2018 for a detached dwelling, subject to various conditions.
On 11th November 2021, Salus Building Compliance confirmed that the District Council had accepted the Initial Notice on 13th September 2021 that the drainage work constituted commencement of work, thus preserving the planning status of this application.
Planning permission ref no. 23/01468/FUL was approved by the District Council on 10th January 2024 for the formation of a highway crossover and a single detached dwelling with garaging, off road parking and gardens, subject to conditions. Condition no 1 states that the development shall begin by 10th January 2027.
Copies of both planning permissions and site plans are available from King West on request.
Value Added Tax
VAT is not payable on the purchase price of the site.
Tenure
The plot is freehold and the title is registered with the Land Registry under title number LT534437. Vacant possession will be given on completion.
Fencing
The purchasers are to erect and maintain a fence to the rear boundary of the plot prior to commencement of any further building works on the site.
Inspection
Strictly by prior appointment with King West
Further information
Contact Andrew Cowling at King West
IMPORTANT NOTICE
King West, their joint Agents (if any) and clients give notice that:
1. These property particulars should not be regarded as an offer, or contract or part of one. You should not rely on any statements by King West in the particulars, or by word of mouth or in writing as being factually accurate about the property, nor its condition or its value. We have no authority to make any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility.
2. The photographs, videos and/or virtual tours illustrate parts of the property as were apparent at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate only.
3. Any reference to the use or alterations of any part of the property does not imply that the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. It is the responsibility of a purchaser or lessee to confirm that these have been dealt with properly and that all information is correct.
4. All dimensions, descriptions, areas, reference to condition and permission for use and occupation and their details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but intending purchasers should not rely upon them as statements of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the accuracy of each item.
5. King West have not tested any services, equipment or facilities, the buyer or lessee must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
6. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce satisfactory proof of their identification, address and source of funds at the point any sale is agreed. KingWest uses “Coadjute / coadjute.com ” as our regulatory consultants and prospective Buyers will be required to provide requisite information to them via secure link in order to complete the biometric checks electronically at a cost of £45 + VAT per person, non-refundable. These anti-money laundering checks must be completed before we can send the memorandum of sale to the solicitors to confirm the sale..
7. These particulars should not be reproduced without prior consent of King West. May 2026.
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NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- South Wigston Station5.6 miles
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