How long do planning decisions take near Gelston?

The average planning decision time near Gelston is 62 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 Gelston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gelston?

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

How can I track planning applications near Gelston?

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Gelston, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gelston, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Gelston are administered by Boston Borough Council. View the full Boston Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Gelston

Gelston is a quaint village located in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated 2 miles west of the A607 road and 5 miles north of Grantham, it falls within the civil parish of Hough-on-the-Hill, which lies just 1 mile to the northeast. This serene setting may influence local planning applications, particularly those related to rural development and community enhancements.

District: Hough-on-the-Hill

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £282,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Kesteven
Parliamentary constituency: Grantham and Bourne
LSOA: South Kesteven 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gelston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gelston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Gelston.

- The Cottage 5 Village Streets Gelston Lincolnshire NG32 2AE
Rear, single storey garage extension and conversion to annex for additional living space.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2025-05-26
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- Gelston Road Hough On The Hill Lincolnshire NG32 2BH
British Telecommunications Plc intends to install fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus at the above location.
Status: Permitted | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-08-23
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A brief summary of Gelston in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Gelston show an average sale price of £282,990, 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 Gelston a particularly low-crime area.

Gelston 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.

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Planning Activity in Gelston

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Gelston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Gelston slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Gelston were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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