How long do planning decisions take near Humberston?

The average planning decision time near Humberston is 95 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 Humberston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Humberston?

The most common type of planning application near Humberston is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Humberston?

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Humberston, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Humberston, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

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About Humberston

Population: 6,422 (2021)

District: North East Lincolnshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £162,303 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North East Lincolnshire
Parliamentary constituency: Brigg and Immingham
LSOA: North East Lincolnshire 022G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Humberston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Humberston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Humberston.

- 24 Woodfield Close Humberston North East Lincolnshire DN36 4UW
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans) as granted on DM/0546/25/FUL - amendment to approved scheme, reduced to erect a single storey side extension only.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North East Lincs | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 14 Hewson Road Humberston North East Lincolnshire DN36 4UD
Installation of dormer and roof light to front elevation, alterations to rear including creation of larger dormer, roof light to side and associated works
Status: Undecided | Council: North East Lincs | Date: 2025-10-15
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- 33 Church Lane Humberston North East Lincolnshire DN36 4HZ
Erect first floor side extension (as amended 12 November 2025)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North East Lincs | Date: 2025-09-30
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- 24 Woodfield Close Humberston North East Lincolnshire DN36 4UW
Erect two storey extension to side with incorporation of dormers to the front and rear at first floor. Erect single storey flat roof extension to rear with rooflight and various associated works - ame
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North East Lincs | Date: 2025-06-30
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- 14 Church Lane Humberston North East Lincolnshire DN36 4HU
Chestnut tree: Pollard the tree at 9m, at same height as the house, reduce the canopy spread to 3m from the base of the tree. Reasons: bird mess and branches falling off tree.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North East Lincs | Date: 2024-10-06
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A brief summary of Humberston in Lincolnshire

Humberston is a village and civil parish located south of Cleethorpes in North East Lincolnshire, England. This quaint community offers a blend of residential and natural spaces, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,422 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North East Lincolnshire district.

Property prices in Humberston show an average sale price of £162,303, 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 Humberston a particularly low-crime area.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Humberston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Humber Estuary - 2000480 SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Humber Estuary; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Humber Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Humber Estuary. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Humberston

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Humberston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

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

With an average of 95 days, decisions near Humberston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Humberston were full planning applications (11), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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