How long do planning decisions take near Barrow Haven?

The average planning decision time near Barrow Haven is 70 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 Barrow Haven?

The planning approval rate near Barrow Haven is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Barrow Haven?

The most common type of planning application near Barrow Haven is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Barrow Haven?

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Barrow Haven, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barrow Haven, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Barrow Haven are administered by North Lincolnshire Council. View the full North Lincolnshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Barrow Haven

Barrow Haven is a charming hamlet and small port located in North Lincolnshire, England. Historically significant as a former ferry crossing over the Humber Estuary to Hull, it provided a safe mooring point for vessels navigating the river's tidal flows. Today, the area features an operational port and benefits from convenient rail access via Barrow Haven railway station, which is part of the Barton Line, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £217,728 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Lincolnshire
Parliamentary constituency: Brigg and Immingham
LSOA: North Lincolnshire 002B

Crime Statistics

15 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 6
anti-social-behaviour: 2
burglary: 2
other-theft: 2
public-order: 2
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barrow Haven.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Barrow Haven based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Barrow Haven in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Barrow Haven show an average sale price of £217,728, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 15 crimes reported in the Barrow Haven area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Barrow Haven has one conservation area within its boundaries: Barrow upon Humber. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Barrow Haven includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Humber Estuary - 2000480 SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Humber Estuary; 4 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Humber Estuary; 4 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Humber Estuary. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barrow Haven planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Barrow Haven

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Barrow Haven. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Barrow Haven may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Barrow Haven slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Barrow Haven were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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