How long do planning decisions take near Appleby?

The average planning decision time near Appleby is 41 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 Appleby?

The planning approval rate near Appleby is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Appleby?

The most common type of planning application near Appleby is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Appleby?

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Appleby, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Appleby, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

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About Appleby

Appleby is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Lincolnshire, England. Known for its picturesque rural charm, it offers a unique blend of community life and historical significance, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 562 (2021)

District: North Lincolnshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £174,724 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Lincolnshire
Parliamentary constituency: Scunthorpe
LSOA: North Lincolnshire 008D

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Appleby.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Appleby.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Appleby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Appleby.

- Orchard House, 38 School Lane, Appleby, SCUNTHORPE, DN15 0AN
Notification to fell Sycamore tree within Appleby conservation area.
Type: Trees | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Holly Tree Lodge, Church Lane, Appleby, Scunthorpe, DN15 0AG
Notification to reduce in height 14 x Leyland Cypress trees situated within (Church Lane, Appleby) Conservation Area
Type: Trees | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-04-13
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- The Old Cart House, Church Side, Appleby, DN15 0AJ
Application for a non-material amendment to PA/2025/1361 dated 29/12/2025, namely to amend double store doors to window on west elevation of outbuilding
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 8 Paul Lane, Appleby, Scunthorpe, DN15 0AR
Notification to section fell a Taxus tree and reduce back the Crataegus hedge situated within Appleby's conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-01-07
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- 9 Paul Lane, Appleby, Scunthorpe, DN15 0AR
Application to raise crown two sycamore trees identified as T1 and T2, to raise crown two sycamore and to fell a an ash tree within G1 all in and subject to Tree Preservation Order (The Cottage, Paul
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Appleby in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Appleby show an average sale price of £174,724, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Appleby is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Appleby has one conservation area within its boundaries: Appleby. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Appleby

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Appleby. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Appleby.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Appleby were tree works (4), full planning applications (3), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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