How long do planning decisions take near Oxcombe?

The average planning decision time near Oxcombe is 56 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 Oxcombe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Oxcombe?

The most common type of planning application near Oxcombe is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Oxcombe, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oxcombe, Lincolnshire.

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About Oxcombe

Oxcombe is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Maidenwell in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire. Positioned 3 miles west of the A16 road, it lies 6 miles south of Louth and 6 miles northeast of Horncastle, making it a serene spot for potential planning applications and rural developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £226,473 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Louth and Horncastle
LSOA: East Lindsey 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oxcombe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Oxcombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Oxcombe.

- Oxcombe Farm Manor Lane Oxcombe Lincolnshire LN9 6LU
Environmental Impact Assessment (E.E.C. Directive 85/337/E.E.C. as amended by Council Directive 97/11E.C.) for a screening opinion with respect to the change of use, conversion of and alterations to e
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-10-03
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- Oxcombe Farm Manor Lane Oxcombe Lincolnshire LN9 6LU
Planning Permission - Change of use, conversion of and alterations to existing agricultural building to provide a woodwork and education centre.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-10-02
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- OXCOMBE FARM, MANOR LANE, OXCOMBE, HORNCASTLE, LN9 6LU
Listed Building Consent - Alterations to existing carriage house to form a visitor welcome and information point including parking.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2024-09-06
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A brief summary of Oxcombe in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Oxcombe show an average sale price of £226,473, 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 Oxcombe a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Oxcombe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): High Barn, Oxcombe SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Lincolnshire Wolds. 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 Oxcombe

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Oxcombe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Oxcombe were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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