Bicker, Lincolnshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bicker, Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire · England · settlement
About Bicker
Bicker is a village located within the Borough of Boston, Lincolnshire, with a population of 941 as recorded in the 2011 census. Situated approximately 9 miles west-southwest of Boston, it lies along the A52 road, making it an accessible location for potential development and planning applications.
Population: 895 (2021)
District: Boston
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Area Information
- Admin district: Boston
- Parliamentary constituency: Boston and Skegness
- LSOA: Boston 007C
Crime Statistics
2 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bicker.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bicker.
- 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 Bicker based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Bicker.
- - Ye Olde Red Lion, Donington Road, Bicker, Boston, PE20 3EF
Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Bramble Cottage, Morley Lane, Bicker, Boston PE20 3DP
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - Swan House Gauntlet Road, Bicker, Boston PE20 3BX
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Rose Cottage Red Lion Street, Bicker, Boston PE20 3DR
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - Corner Cottage, Red Lion Street, Bicker, Boston, PE20 3DS
Application for a change of use of the ground floor from residential to a wellbeing centre
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Boston | Date: 2023-10-04
View full details - - Morley Lodge, Sharpes Paddock, Bicker, Boston, PE20 3DL
Single storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Boston | Date: 2023-07-12
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A brief summary of Bicker in Lincolnshire
Bicker is a village located within the Borough of Boston, Lincolnshire, with a population of 941 as recorded in the 2011 census. Situated approximately 9 miles west-southwest of Boston, it lies along the A52 road, making it an accessible location for potential development and planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 895 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Boston district.
Neighbourhood safety in Bicker is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Bicker has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bicker. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bicker 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 Bicker
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Bicker. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bicker may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bicker were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (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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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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