How long do planning decisions take near Horbling?

The average planning decision time near Horbling is 44 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 Horbling?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Horbling?

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

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Horbling, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Horbling, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

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About Horbling

Horbling is a village and civil parish located in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated on the B1177, it is approximately 7 miles southeast of Sleaford and 15 miles northeast of Grantham, with Billingborough just 1 mile to the south. This strategic location makes Horbling a relevant area for planning applications, offering access to nearby transport links and local amenities.

Population: 472 (2021)

District: South Kesteven

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £269,219 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Kesteven
Parliamentary constituency: Sleaford and North Hykeham
LSOA: North Kesteven 011A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Horbling.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Horbling based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Horbling.

- Horbling Hall 1 Billingborough Road Horbling Lincolnshire NG34 0PD
Section 211 notice to reduce North limb on Ash tree (T1) and fell Silver Birch tree (T2).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-01-07
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- Countryside Kittens Boarding Cattery 3 Donington Road Horbling Lincolnshire NG34 0PR
Section 211 notice to fell Silver Birch tree (T1) and remove stump.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2025-10-23
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- 1 Church Lane Horbling Lincolnshire NG34 0PJ
New internal door between cottage and annex, internal alterations to annex, replace external panel door to hobby room with half glazed door to match existing, solar panels to garage roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-11-02
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- 1 Church Lane Horbling Lincolnshire NG34 0PJ
New internal door between cottage and annex, internal alterations to annex, replace external panel door to hobby room with half glazed door to match existing, solar panels to garage roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-11-02
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- 1 Church Lane Horbling Lincolnshire NG34 0PJ
Silver Birch (T1) - Reduce crown in height by 3-3.5m and sides by 1.5m to reduce sail of crown
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-09-20
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- 1 Church Lane Horbling Lincolnshire NG34 0PJ
Silver Birch (T1) - Reduce crown in height by 3-3.5m and sides by 1.5m to reduce sail of crown
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Horbling in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Horbling show an average sale price of £269,219, 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 Horbling a particularly low-crime area.

Horbling 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 Horbling

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Horbling. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

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

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Horbling were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (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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