Birthorpe, Lincolnshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Birthorpe, Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire · England · settlement
About Birthorpe
Birthorpe is a small hamlet located within the civil parish of Billingborough in South Kesteven, Lincolnshire. Positioned less than a mile west of Billingborough and two miles east of Folkingham, it offers a rural setting with historical significance, having transitioned from the parish of Semperingham to an independent civil parish in 1866, before merging back into Billingborough in 1931. With a population of just 46 in 1921, this quaint hamlet presents unique planning opportunities in a tranquil environment.
District: Billingborough
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £269,219 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Kesteven
- Parliamentary constituency: Sleaford and North Hykeham
- LSOA: North Kesteven 012E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Birthorpe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Birthorpe.
- 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 Birthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Birthorpe.
- - Grange Farm 7 Oseby Lane Birthorpe Lincolnshire NG34 0EX
Non-material amendment to planning permissions S20/0849 to add new windows to southern elevation, increase height of door on western elevation and add vertical timber cladding
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - Grange Farm 7 Oseby Lane Birthorpe Lincolnshire NG34 0EX
Non-material amendment to planning permission S21/1421 to move and enlarge garage roller shutter door, add new personnel door and remove garage door to extend plant room.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-01-28
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A brief summary of Birthorpe in Lincolnshire
Birthorpe is a small hamlet located within the civil parish of Billingborough in South Kesteven, Lincolnshire. Positioned less than a mile west of Billingborough and two miles east of Folkingham, it offers a rural setting with historical significance, having transitioned from the parish of Semperingham to an independent civil parish in 1866, before merging back into Billingborough in 1931. With a population of just 46 in 1921, this quaint hamlet presents unique planning opportunities in a tranquil environment. It sits within the Billingborough district.
Property prices in Birthorpe show an average sale price of £269,219, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Birthorpe a particularly low-crime area.
Birthorpe 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Birthorpe 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 Birthorpe
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Birthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Birthorpe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Birthorpe were listed building and heritage (2), amendments (2), discharge of conditions (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.