How long do planning decisions take near Gedney?

The average planning decision time near Gedney is 76 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 Gedney?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gedney?

The most common type of planning application near Gedney is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gedney?

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Gedney, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gedney, Lincolnshire.

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About Gedney

Gedney is a quaint village and civil parish located in the South Holland district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated just south of the A17 road, it lies 2 miles east of Holbeach and 2 miles northwest of Long Sutton. The parish encompasses several localities, including Dawsmere, Gedney Broadgate, Gedney Drove End, Gedney Dyke, Gedney Marsh, and Gedney Church End, extending eastward to The Wash. This diverse area may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications.

Population: 2,312 (2021)

District: South Holland

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,753 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Holland
Parliamentary constituency: South Holland and The Deepings
LSOA: South Holland 003D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gedney.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gedney based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Gedney.

- 5 LEIGHTON WALK GEDNEY SPALDING PE12 0DN
Proposed New Vehicular Access and Concrete Hardstanding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-04-16
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H06-0358-26 - 5 LEIGHTON WALK GEDNEY SPALDING PE12 0DN
Proposed New Vehicular Access and Concrete Hardstanding
Status: Undecided | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-04-16
- Land off Topsgate Gedney Spalding Lincolnshire PE12 0BU
Change of use from agricultural land to dog exercise paddock, altered vehicular access, parking and stationing of a field shelter
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Holland | Date: 2023-12-27
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A brief summary of Gedney in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Gedney show an average sale price of £229,753, 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 Gedney a particularly low-crime area.

Gedney has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fleet Hargate. 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.

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Planning Activity in Gedney

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Gedney. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

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

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Gedney were full planning applications (4), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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