How long do planning decisions take near Heckington?

The average planning decision time near Heckington is 52 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 Heckington?

The planning approval rate near Heckington is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Heckington?

The most common type of planning application near Heckington is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Heckington?

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Heckington, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Heckington, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Heckington are administered by North Kesteven District Council. View the full North Kesteven District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Heckington

Heckington is a substantial village and civil parish located in the North Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England, positioned between Sleaford and Swineshead Bridge, just south of the A17 road. Home to approximately 1,491 households and a population of 3,353 as recorded in the 2011 census, Heckington stands as one of the largest villages in the county, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 3,634 (2021)

District: North Kesteven

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Area Information

Admin district: North Kesteven
Parliamentary constituency: Grantham and Bourne
LSOA: North Kesteven 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Heckington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Heckington.

- 1 St Andrews Street Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RE
Unknown species - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-07-07
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- Barn South Of Littleworth Drove And North Of A17 Heckington Fen Sleaford NG34 9NE
Application to discharge conditions 3 (Contamination Assessment), 4 (Materials), 5 (Drainage Strategy), 6 (Landscaping), 8 (Bird and Bat Boxes), 9 (Noise Mitigation) and 11 (Air Source Heat Pump) atta
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-07-03
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26/0798/TCA · Received: Thu 25 Jun 2026 · Validated: Thu 25 Jun 2026 - The Rectory 10 Cameron Street Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RW
T1 - Sycamore - Remove to ground level G1 - Yew / Holly / Laurel - Cut back to give footpath clearance T2 -Laurel - Reduce in height and width by 2.5m
Status: Undecided | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-06-25
- The Rectory 10 Cameron Street Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RW
T1 - Sycamore - Remove to ground level G1 - Yew / Holly / Laurel - Cut back to give footpath clearance T2 -Laurel - Reduce in height and width by 2.5m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-06-25
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- 49 Kyme Road Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RS
Erection of single storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-05-07
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26/0553/HOUS · Received: Thu 07 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 07 May 2026 - 49 Kyme Road Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RS
Erection of single storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-05-07
- 27 Eastgate Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RB
T1 Cedar - Remove (fell) to near ground level. SG1 Cypress & Ivy - Remove (fell) to near ground level within 3m of the area of damage and grub out/grind out stump to inhibit regrowth.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-02-24
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- Land Outstide Walnut Lodge 3 Hall Close Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9SF
Walnut - Removal of deadwood and the west canopy is reduced to clear the adjacent dwelling (Walnut Lodge) and crown lift of lower canopy to 2m.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2025-10-29
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- 37 Church Street Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RJ
T1 - Conifer - Crown lift to 25ft above ground
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2025-10-06
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- 6 Howell Road Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RX
First floor extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2025-02-04
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- Chota Ghar 39 Eastgate Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RD
Erection of detached garage, front porch extension and addition of rooflight to kitchen, replacement windows & doors, erection of 1.8m high timber fencing to rear and render colour change to property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2024-07-06
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- 13 St Andrews Street Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RE
T1 - Ornamental Cherry - Very minor canopy lift and shape. Remove branches overhanging theneighbouring boundary. T2 - Coffee Berry - Light prune, remove branches overhanging the neighbouring boundary.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2023-11-15
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- 4 Cowgate Heckington Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 9RL
Application to discharge condition 2 (window and door details) re planning permission (23/0311/HOUS) Replacement of timber sash windows with wooden box sash double glazed windows and replacement of re
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2023-06-13
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A brief summary of Heckington in Lincolnshire

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

Heckington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Heckington Station, Heckington Village. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Heckington

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Heckington. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Heckington maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Heckington were tree works (9), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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