Sell land in Leicester
Whether your land is in Leicester itself or in the villages between Leicester and Humberstone, we'll look at it properly before making any offer.
From Leicester, it's 2 miles to Humberstone and 3 miles to Oadby. We buy land across that whole stretch of Leicestershire, not only within the town.
- No commission: we're the buyer
- We tell you if we can't help
- Figures you can check
Selling land near Leicester?
Send the postcode and a rough size.
Leicester at a glance
Largely lowland farmland and growing towns. Unlike many Midlands counties, Leicestershire has no designated green belt.
| Town | Leicester |
|---|---|
| County | Leicestershire |
| Country | England |
| Postcode district | LE1 |
| OS grid square | SK50 |
| Nearest towns we cover | Humberstone (2 mi), Oadby (3 mi), Wigston (4 mi) |
| Planning system | National Planning Policy Framework and local plan |
| Ways to sell | Outright, subject to planning, option or joint venture |
Land we buy in Leicester
Each page explains what we look for, what affects the price and the rules that apply.
Land with development potential
Rural and agricultural land
Plots and small sites
Brownfield and commercial land
Awkward and inherited land
Towns near Leicester
Distances and directions are measured from Leicester.
| Town | Postcode district | OS grid square | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humberstone | LE5 | SK60 | 2 mi east |
| Oadby | LE2 | SK60 | 3 mi south-east |
| Wigston | LE18 | SP69 | 4 mi south-east |
| Earl Shilton | LE9 | SP49 | 9 mi south-west |
| Loughborough | LE11 | SK51 | 9 mi north |
| Coalville | LE67 | SK41 | 12 mi north-west |
Planning and legal points for land in Leicestershire
Biodiversity net gain
Under the Environment Act 2021, most developments in England must deliver at least a 10% gain in biodiversity. Since 6 August 2026, sites of 0.2 hectares or less are exempt unless priority habitat is affected.
Land registration
Land in England is registered with HM Land Registry. Unregistered land needs first registration when it's sold, which your solicitor arranges.
Tax on the sale
The buyer pays Stamp Duty Land Tax. As the seller you may owe capital gains tax, and some commercial land carries VAT. Take advice from an accountant.
From first call to completion
Tell us about your land
Send the postcode or address and a rough size.
We do the homework
We read the title and planning record and check flood risk and access.
We put an offer in writing
It shows how we got there. There's no obligation to accept.
Solicitors complete the sale
Exchange and complete, or exchange now and complete when planning is granted.
What people ask us about land
Do you cover the villages around Leicester?
Yes. Villages between Leicester, Humberstone and Oadby often have the kind of edge-of-settlement land we're looking for.
How do I get an offer for land in Leicester?
Use the form on this page or call 0800 088 6248. Tell us the postcode, the rough size and anything you know about planning, and we'll come back to you.
Can I sell just part of my land?
Yes. Selling one field, the end of a garden or part of a yard is common. Your solicitor will make sure the land you keep has the access and services it needs.
Can I sell land without planning permission?
Yes. Land without consent is bought and sold every day. The question is whether you want a lower price now or a higher price later that depends on permission being granted.
Find out what we'd pay for your land near Leicester
Send the postcode and a rough size. We'll check the title and planning position and come back to you.