How long do planning decisions take near Bicker Bar?

The average planning decision time near Bicker Bar is 39 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 Bicker Bar?

The planning approval rate near Bicker Bar is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bicker Bar?

The most common type of planning application near Bicker Bar is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bicker Bar?

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Bicker Bar, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bicker Bar, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bicker Bar are administered by Boston Borough Council. View the full Boston Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bicker Bar

Bicker Bar is a village located in Lincolnshire, England, within the civil parish of Bicker. This quaint village may attract interest for planning applications due to its rural setting and potential for development within the surrounding area.

District: Bicker

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £203,198 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Boston
Parliamentary constituency: Boston and Skegness
LSOA: Boston 006A

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
public-order: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bicker Bar.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bar based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Bicker Bar in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Bicker Bar show an average sale price of £203,198, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 7 crimes reported in the Bicker Bar area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Bicker Bar has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bicker, Swineshead. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Bicker Bar

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Bicker Bar. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 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 Bicker Bar.

The average decision time of 39 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 Bar were tree works (2), full planning applications (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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