How long do planning decisions take near Barrowby?

The average planning decision time near Barrowby is 43 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 Barrowby?

The planning approval rate near Barrowby is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Barrowby?

The most common type of planning application near Barrowby is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Barrowby, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barrowby, Lincolnshire.

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About Barrowby

Barrowby is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, just 2 miles west of Grantham. Overlooking the scenic Vale of Belvoir, it features a Grade I listed parish church and includes the hamlet of Casthorpe. The population has seen minor fluctuations, with 1,952 residents recorded in the 2011 Census and a slight increase to an estimated 1,986 by 2019, making it a vibrant community for potential planning applications.

Population: 2,041 (2021)

District: South Kesteven

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £263,286 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Kesteven
Parliamentary constituency: Grantham and Bourne
LSOA: South Kesteven 009A

Crime Statistics

35 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 12
anti-social-behaviour: 7
criminal-damage-arson: 5
public-order: 5
shoplifting: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
burglary: 1
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barrowby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Barrowby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Barrowby.

- Barrowby Village Green And Play Park Low Road Barrowby Lincolnshire NG32 1DL
Section 211 notice for the following work: 3607 - Oak - Remove dead wood greater than 25mm in diameter. Crown lift to 3m where tree overhangs site. W3W - narrates.daffodils. blank 3608 - Lime - Prune
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-04-30
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- The Reading Room Church Street Barrowby Lincolnshire NG32 1BX
Section 211 notice to crown lift Lime tree to 3m where tree overhangs site. Prune tree clear of service wires.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-04-30
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- Holly House High Road Barrowby Lincolnshire NG32 1BL
Section 211 notice to crown lift Sycamore tree (T6) and fell Elder trees (T1 and T2), Apple tree (T3) and Sycamore tree (T5).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-04-23
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- Chapel House 4A Chapel Lane Barrowby Lincolnshire NG32 1BS
Section 211 Notice to fell one tree.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-04-20
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- The Cedars Low Road Barrowby Lincolnshire NG32 1DL
Seven replacement timber windows with traditional details, repair & painting of existing render & removal of brick infill panel to form a larger window opening.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-04-08
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- Land East Of Rectory Lane Barrowby
Erection up to 90 dwellings (Class C3), with access, landscaping, sustainable drainage features and associated infrastructure (Outline - Access only)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-02-10
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WL/2026/00100 - Barrowby
Local Authority Consultation - Barrowby Neighbourhood Development Plan
Status: Decided | Type: Local Authority Consultation | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-01-29
WL/2026/00100 - Barrowby
Local Authority Consultation - Barrowby Neighbourhood Development Plan
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-01-29
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- Few Trees High Road Barrowby Lincolnshire NG32 1BN
Change of use from residential dwelling to residential care home for a maximum of four children and associated staff
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2025-05-28
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- Barrowby Post Office 5 High Road Barrowby Lincolnshire NG32 1BH
Change of use from commercial to residential. Converting the Old Post Office back to a residential dwelling, including internal and external alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-06-22
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A brief summary of Barrowby in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Barrowby show an average sale price of £263,286, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Barrowby area recorded 35 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.

Barrowby has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Barrowby

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Barrowby. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Barrowby.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Barrowby were outline applications (7), tree works (4), full planning applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 6 large-scale (major) developments, 11 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

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