How long do planning decisions take near Scampton?

The average planning decision time near Scampton is 72 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Scampton?

The most common type of planning application near Scampton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Scampton, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Scampton, Lincolnshire.

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About Scampton

Scampton is a village and civil parish located in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. As of the 2011 census, the population, including the nearby areas of Brampton and Broadholme, was 1,358. The village lies just 5 miles north of Lincoln and 10 miles southeast of Gainsborough, with convenient access via the A15. This makes Scampton an area of interest for those researching planning applications in a growing community.

Population: 1,276 (2021)

District: West Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £249,620 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Gainsborough
LSOA: West Lindsey 009F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Scampton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scampton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Scampton.

WL/2026/00413 - 2 HIGH STREET SCAMPTON LINCOLN LN1 2SE
Planning application for single storey extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-05-02
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WL/2025/00926 - 11, HIGH STREET, SCAMPTON
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission WL/2025/00321 granted 19 May 2025 - change of materials
Status: Approved | Type: Non-material amendment | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-09-15
WL/2025/00650 - 11, HIGH STREET, SCAMPTON LINCOLN
Request for confirmation of compliance with condition 4 (sample panel and roof tile) of planning permission WL/2025/00321 granted 19 May 2025.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-06-24
WL/2025/00650 - 11 HIGH STREET SCAMPTON LINCOLN LN1 2SE
Request for confirmation of compliance with condition 4 (sample panel and roof tile) of planning permission WL/2025/00321 granted 19 May 2025.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-06-24
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WL/2025/00593 - 11 HIGH STREET, SCAMPTON, LINCOLN
Planning application to form new vehicular access crossover.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-06-13
WL/2025/00321 - 11 HIGH STREET, SCAMPTON
Planning application for proposed one and two storey extensions, detached single garage and other alterations to existing dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-03-28
WL/2025/00020 - 11 HIGH STREET, SCAMPTON, LINCOLN
Planning Application for Two Storey Extension and Alterations to existing dwelling to create a larger family home and annex.
Status: Refused | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-01-09
146842 - Scampton House High Street, Scampton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for change of use from offices (Class E) to 1no. dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-06-22
145302 - St John The Baptist's Church High Street, Scampton, Lincoln
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2, 4, 5, 6 & 7 of planning permission 143110 granted 16 July 2021.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-07-27
145145 - Land adjacent 14 High Street, Scampton, Lincoln
Application for a lawful development certificate for 1no. dwelling.
Status: Refused | Type: Cert. Lawful Develop. Existing | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-07-25
145288 - Lime Trees High Street, Scampton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application removal of existing single garage and erection of double garage joined to existing bungalow.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-07-22
144726 - St John The Baptist's Church High Street, Scampton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application to remove clear glass leaded window and replace with stained/ coloured glass leaded window and provide external PPC stainless steel window guarding with stainless steel fixings.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-04-20
143110 - St John The Baptist's Church High Street, Scampton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for new oak glazed doors to the outer arch of the South porch, replacement resin gravel footpath and incoming mains water and foul drainage services.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-05-25

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A brief summary of Scampton in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Scampton show an average sale price of £249,620, 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 Scampton a particularly low-crime area.

Scampton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Brattleby. 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.

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Planning Activity in Scampton

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Scampton. The average decision time was 72 days.

The average decision period of 72 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 Scampton were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 14% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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