Horncastle, Lincolnshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Horncastle, Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Horncastle are administered by East Lindsey District Council. View the full East Lindsey District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Horncastle
Horncastle is a market town and civil parish located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, approximately 17 miles east of Lincoln. With a population that increased from 6,815 in 2011 to 7,291 by the 2021 census, the town showcases a blend of historical significance, including remnants of ancient Roman walls, making it an intriguing area for planning applications and development projects.
Population: 7,293 (2021) · Area: 5.7 km²
District: East Lindsey
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £249,797 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Lindsey
- Parliamentary constituency: Louth and Horncastle
- LSOA: East Lindsey 011D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Horncastle.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Horncastle.
- 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 Horncastle based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
233 planning applications found near Horncastle.
- - 17 Bull Ring Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 5HU
Determination of whether or not prior approval is required for the (a) transport and impacts of the development, particularly to ensure safe site access; (b) contamination risks in relation to the bui
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2026-05-13
View full details - - Plots 1 - 9 Land Off Hammerton Lane Horncastle LN9 6AY
Planning Permission - Erection of 9no. dwellings with associated car parking and internal access road. Demolition of 2no. existing buildings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - Rosecroft The Gardens Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6BQ
Discharge of condition 3 (materials) and condition 4 (window details) imposed on planning permission ref. no. S/086/01757/24.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - The Old Vicarage Spilsby Road Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6AL
Discharge of condition 3 (brick panel), condition 5 (window details) and condition 6 (archaeological mitigation strategy) imposed on Planning Permission ref. no. 03624/25/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - The Old Courthouse 1 Louth Road Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 5ED
Listed Building Consent - Internal and external alterations to existing flats to form 1no. dwellinghouse.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - The Old Courthouse 1 Louth Road Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 5ED
Planning Permission - Change of use and alterations to 3no. existing flats (Listed Building) to form 1no. dwellinghouse.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 3 South Street Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6DT
Determination of whether or not prior approval is required for the (a) transport and impacts of the development, particularly to ensure safe site access; (b) contamination risks in relation to the bui
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - The Old Vicarage Spilsby Road Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6AL
Planning Permission - Extension and alterations to existing doctors to provide 3no. treatment rooms on the site of part of existing waiting room which is to be demolished.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 68 Boston Road Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6EL
Planning Permission - Construction of a vehicular access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-11-10
View full details - - Land Adjacent 38 Wesley Way Horncastle Lincolnshire
Reserved matters application relating to the erection of 6no. dwellings pursuant to outline planning permission S/086/02083/23 as amended by s73 approval S/086/02401/25.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-08-19
View full details - - 4 & 6 North Street Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 5DX
Planning Permission - Alterations to existing building to provide 3no. UPVC windows, a new door at first floor, and a wooden staircase enclosure (works already completed). Installation of new doors at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-07-18
View full details - - The Hub Mareham Road Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6PH
Planning Permission - Installation of a ground mounted solar PV array and solar array car port with associated infrastructure and landscaping.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-07-08
View full details - - Bokhanger Lodge 7 Spilsby Road Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6AL
Planning Permission - Erection of a boundary wall with access gate.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-05-30
View full details - - 4 Wesley Way Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6RY
Planning Permission - Extension and alterations to existing dwelling to provide additional living accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-04-24
View full details - - 62B Boston Road Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6EL
Planning Permission - First floor extension to existing dwelling to provide additional living accommodation with demolition of existing conservatory and the erection of an attached sun room.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-03-27
View full details - - 1 Plough Yard Water Lane Horncastle Lincolnshire LN9 6AA
Planning Permission - Replacement of existing windows to rear of flat.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-03-13
View full details - - ROSECROFT, THE GARDENS, HORNCASTLE, LN9 6BQ
Planning Permission - Extensions and alterations to existing bungalow to provide additional living accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2024-11-13
View full details - - FORMER ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL, BOWL ALLEY LANE, HORNCASTLE, LN9 5EJ
To vary condition no. 2 of planning permission S/086/00472/22/3 for change to site plan to provide adjustment to the parking area , change to 1 no. standard parking space and 3no. enlarged spaces and
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2024-10-22
View full details - - 27 TUDOR PARK HORNCASTLE LN9 5EZ
Non material amendment (increase size of rear extension) to that previously approved under planning permission ref. no. S/086/00841/23.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details - - 7 BULL RING HORNCASTLE LN9 5HX
Consent to Display - 2no. non illuminated fascia signs.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2024-06-10
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A brief summary of Horncastle in Lincolnshire
Horncastle is a market town and civil parish located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, approximately 17 miles east of Lincoln. With a population that increased from 6,815 in 2011 to 7,291 by the 2021 census, the town showcases a blend of historical significance, including remnants of ancient Roman walls, making it an intriguing area for planning applications and development projects. The Town has a population of approximately 7,293 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Lindsey district.
Horncastle covers an area of approximately 5.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Horncastle show an average sale price of £249,797, 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 Horncastle a particularly low-crime area.
Horncastle has one conservation area within its boundaries: Horncastle. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horncastle 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.
Planning Activity in Horncastle
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Horncastle. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Horncastle may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Horncastle were full planning applications (33), discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (7). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 57 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 48 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 11 applications
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