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Planning in Horncastle

Approved
98%
53 of 53 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Horncastle in the last 24 months, from East Lindsey District Council's planning register.

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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. 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.

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Horncastle, 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, 71 planning applications were submitted near Horncastle. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horncastle?
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Horncastle. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horncastle?
The average planning decision time near Horncastle is 79 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 Horncastle?
The planning approval rate near Horncastle is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horncastle?
The most common type of planning application near Horncastle is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horncastle?
You can search and track planning applications near Horncastle on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.