How long do planning decisions take near Ashby?

The average planning decision time near Ashby 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 Ashby?

The planning approval rate near Ashby is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashby?

The most common type of planning application near Ashby is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashby?

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Ashby, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashby, Lincolnshire.

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About Ashby

Ashby is a suburb located within Scunthorpe, part of the North Lincolnshire district in the ceremonial county of Lincolnshire, England. Its proximity to Scunthorpe makes it an area of interest for planning applications, as it benefits from urban amenities while maintaining a suburban character.

District: North Lincolnshire

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Area Information

Admin district: North Lincolnshire
Parliamentary constituency: Scunthorpe
LSOA: North Lincolnshire 019D

Crime Statistics

297 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 107
anti-social-behaviour: 31
shoplifting: 31
criminal-damage-arson: 28
burglary: 24
public-order: 18
other-crime: 18
other-theft: 15
drugs: 8
robbery: 7
vehicle-crime: 5
possession-of-weapons: 3
bicycle-theft: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ashby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Ashby.

- 130 Messingham Road, SCUNTHORPE, DN17 2DB
Planning permission to erect extension with associated alterations to provide additional accommodation
Type: Full | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-04-09
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- 18 Burringham Road, SCUNTHORPE, DN17 2BB
Planning permission to erect a two-storey side extension over existing garage, to provide a first floor terrace above the existing flat roof extension at the rear and to convert the roof space into ad
Type: Full | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Footpath outside 2 Broadway, Scunthorpe, DN16 2SN
Application to determine if prior approval is required for the proposed installation of a telecommunications base station comprising a 20m monopole supporting nine antennas together with three ground
Type: Telecoms | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-02-20
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- 18 Rochdale Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 3JQ
Planning permission to erect single-storey infill extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 18-20 Broadway, Scunthorpe, DN16 2SN
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use from shop at first and second floors (Use Class E(a)) to one flat (Use Class C3)
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2025-12-31
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- Maison Bonne Chance, Water Lane
Replacement garage door with casement 3 pane window
Council: Alderney | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 30 Belmont Street, SCUNTHORPE, DN16 2SB
Planning permission to erect a single-storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2025-09-03
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- 1 Eyre Avenue, Scunthorpe, DN16 3HD
Application for permission in principle to erect a single storey garage
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2025-07-25
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- 53 Messingham Road, Scunthorpe, DN17 2LL
Planning permission for a single-storey rear and side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2024-02-28
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- 272, Ashby High Street, Ashby, Scunthorpe, DN16 2RX
Planning permission to remove condition 3 of PA/2023/524 namely to change opening hours to 24 hours a day
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2023-10-13
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- 3 Alexandra Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 2SF
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed use as a small HMO (Use Class C4) from dwelling (Use Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2023-10-04
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A brief summary of Ashby in Lincolnshire

The Ashby area recorded 297 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

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Planning Activity in Ashby

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Ashby. Of these, 60% 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 Ashby.

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 Ashby were full planning applications (12), tree works (12), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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