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Planning in Grantham

Approved
93%
212 of 226 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Grantham in the last 24 months, from South Kesteven District Council's planning register.

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Around Grantham

Postcode districts

NG31 271 applications in the last 12 monthsNG33 140 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Kesteven District Council

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About Grantham

Grantham is a prominent market town and civil parish located in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. Nestled along the banks of the River Witham and adjacent to the A1 road, it lies 23 miles south of Lincoln and 22 miles east of Nottingham. As the largest settlement and administrative hub of the district, Grantham had a population of 44,580 as of 2016, making it a key area for planning and development activities.

Property prices in Grantham show an average sale price of £282,990, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Grantham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Grantham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Grantham, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 325 planning applications were submitted near Grantham. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (85), tree works (58), listed building and heritage (50). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Grantham?
In the last 24 months, 325 planning applications were submitted near Grantham. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Grantham?
The average planning decision time near Grantham is 69 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 Grantham?
The planning approval rate near Grantham is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Grantham?
The most common type of planning application near Grantham is full planning applications, with 85 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Grantham?
You can search and track planning applications near Grantham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.