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Building plots in Melton
Gardens, gap sites and small parcels across Melton Mowbray that could take a new home, each checked against the Melton Borough Council local plan.
The council's register
Melton Borough Council must keep a register of people who want a serviced plot to build their own home, and grant enough permissions to meet the demand on it.
| People registered | Plots permitted | Base-period shortfall |
|---|---|---|
| 172 | 81 | 55 |
Source: LivedIn, Self-Build Register Data for England, from council returns and FOI responses, checked 24 October 2026. A guide only; the council's own figures above take precedence.
- Melton's register shows 44 individuals and 5 groups joined between 31 October 2024 and 30 October 2025, with 12 plots identified in the same period.Source: Melton Borough Council
What the plot finder checks in Melton
- Size, shape and road frontage from public mapping
- Whether the site sits inside a settlement's planning limits
- Constraints such as flood zones and conservation areas
- A score with the planning rules behind it written out
- Sold prices for homes nearby from HM Land Registry, with the source
From plot to concept
Plots in Melton: FAQ
How do I find a building plot in Melton?
Sign in to the plot finder to see possible plots across Melton, each scored against the local plan. You can also join the Melton Borough Council self-build register, which tells the council you want a plot.
Who decides planning in Melton?
Melton Borough Council is the local planning authority. Its local plan sets where new homes can go.
Are the plots on this page for sale?
No sites are shown on this page. Signed-in users see possible plots found from public data; the owner may not be selling.
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