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35 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Long Bennington · updated daily · South Kesteven District Council

Planning in Long Bennington

Approved
78%
32 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Long Bennington in the last 24 months, from South Kesteven District Council's planning register.

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Around Long Bennington

Postcode districts

NG23 355 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Kesteven District Council

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About Long Bennington

Long Bennington is a linear village and civil parish located in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated just off the A1 road, it lies 7 miles north of Grantham and 5 miles south of Newark-on-Trent, making it easily accessible for development. With a population of approximately 2,100 as of 2014, Long Bennington offers a unique setting for planning applications in a growing community. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,151 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Kesteven district.

Property prices in Long Bennington show an average sale price of £250,840, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Long Bennington area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (February 2026). This makes Long Bennington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Long Bennington 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 Long Bennington, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Long Bennington. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (9). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Long Bennington?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Long Bennington. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Long Bennington?
The average planning decision time near Long Bennington is 87 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 Long Bennington?
The planning approval rate near Long Bennington is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Long Bennington?
The most common type of planning application near Long Bennington is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Long Bennington?
You can search and track planning applications near Long Bennington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.