How long do planning decisions take near Cawkwell?

The average planning decision time near Cawkwell is 24 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 Cawkwell?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cawkwell?

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

How can I track planning applications near Cawkwell?

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Cawkwell, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cawkwell, Lincolnshire.

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About Cawkwell

Cawkwell is a quaint hamlet located within the parish of Scamblesby in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. Nestled in the scenic Lincolnshire Wolds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cawkwell lies about 6 miles southwest of Louth. Once a civil parish with a population of just 35 in 1961, it was merged into Scamblesby on 1 April 1987, making it a unique area for planning applications amidst its picturesque surroundings.

District: Scamblesby

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Area Information

Admin district: East Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Louth and Horncastle
LSOA: East Lindsey 003D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cawkwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cawkwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Cawkwell.

- CAWKWELL HOUSE, CAWKWELL HILL, CAWKWELL, LOUTH, LN11 9SG
Section 73 application to remove condition no. 6 (annexe) as previously imposed on planning permission reference N/149/00325/23 for the conversion of and alterations to the existing coach house to pro
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-02-21
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A brief summary of Cawkwell in Lincolnshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cawkwell a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Cawkwell includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Lincolnshire Wolds. 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 Cawkwell

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Cawkwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 days.

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

The average decision time of 24 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cawkwell were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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