How long do planning decisions take near Bucknall?

The average planning decision time near Bucknall is 29 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 Bucknall?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bucknall?

The most common type of planning application near Bucknall is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bucknall?

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Bucknall, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bucknall, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bucknall are administered by East Lindsey District Council. View the full East Lindsey District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bucknall

Bucknall is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. Positioned about 5 miles west of Horncastle and north of Woodhall Spa, it offers a tranquil setting that may present various opportunities for planning applications in a rural context.

Population: 357 (2021) · Area: 17.5 km²

District: East Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £350,110 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Louth and Horncastle
LSOA: East Lindsey 016F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bucknall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bucknall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Bucknall.

- Bucknall Rural Villages School Main Street Bucknall Lincolnshire LN10 5DT
Section 73 application to vary condition 1 of planning permission S/022/00347/21/3 to retain the mobile classroom for a further 5 years.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Oakwell Hall Farm Main Street Bucknall Lincolnshire LN10 5DT
Planning Permission - Change of use, conversion of and alterations to existing agricultural building to form 1no. dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-09-19
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- HALLYARDS FARM, MAIN STREET, BUCKNALL, WOODHALL SPA, LN10 5DT
Determination of whether or not prior approval is required as toa) transport and highways impacts of the development,b) noise impacts of the development,c) contamination risks on the site, d) flooding
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2024-05-20
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A brief summary of Bucknall in Lincolnshire

Bucknall covers an area of approximately 17.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Bucknall show an average sale price of £350,110, 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 Bucknall a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bucknall includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Bucknall

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Bucknall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

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

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bucknall were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), other applications (1).

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