How long do planning decisions take near Holbeach?

The average planning decision time near Holbeach is 67 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 Holbeach?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Holbeach?

The most common type of planning application near Holbeach is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holbeach?

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Holbeach, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holbeach, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · Town

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About Holbeach

Holbeach is a market town located in the South Holland District of Lincolnshire, England, situated 8 miles from Spalding and well-connected by road via the A151 and A17. With its proximity to larger towns such as Boston and King's Lynn, Holbeach offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 11,191 (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 008E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holbeach.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Holbeach based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Holbeach.

- THE HAWTHORNS FOXES LOW ROAD HOLBEACH SPALDING PE12 7PA
Proposed side extension & alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-03-19
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- 31 FOXES LOW ROAD HOLBEACH SPALDING PE12 7PA
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Holland | Date: 2025-12-10
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- Land off Battlefields Lane South Holbeach Spalding PE12 7PG
Hybrid Application for 158 Dwellings Comprising:- Full Application for the Erection of 62 Dwellings, Associated Landscaping and Infrastructure and Outline Application for the Erection of Approximately
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Holland | Date: 2025-04-29
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- 57 Battlefields Lane South Holbeach Spalding PE12 7PQ
Conversion of annexe (approved under H09-0068-15) into living accommodation integral to main dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Holland | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Holbeach in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Holbeach 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 Holbeach a particularly low-crime area.

Holbeach has one conservation area within its boundaries: Holbeach. 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 Holbeach

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Holbeach. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Holbeach slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Holbeach were full planning applications (16), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 11 medium-scale applications, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.

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