How long do planning decisions take near Firsby?

The average planning decision time near Firsby is 38 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 Firsby?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Firsby?

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

How can I track planning applications near Firsby?

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Firsby, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Firsby, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

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

About Firsby

Firsby is a small rural linear village and civil parish located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. Positioned 30 miles east of Lincoln, it lies 4 miles southeast of Spilsby and 7 miles inland from Skegness, making it a tranquil setting for those interested in planning applications in a picturesque countryside environment.

Population: 311 (2021)

District: East Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £208,673 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Louth and Horncastle
LSOA: East Lindsey 013E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Firsby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Firsby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Firsby.

- Old Manor House Thorpe Road Firsby Lincolnshire PE23 5QF
Planning Permission - Extension and alterations to existing dwelling, which is a listed building, to provide additional living accommodation and erection of a detached garage/workshop.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-12-17
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A brief summary of Firsby in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Firsby show an average sale price of £208,673, 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 Firsby a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Firsby 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 Firsby

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Firsby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Firsby were full planning applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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