How long do planning decisions take near Scrafield?

The average planning decision time near Scrafield is 90 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 Scrafield?

The planning approval rate near Scrafield is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Scrafield?

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

How can I track planning applications near Scrafield?

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Scrafield, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Scrafield, Lincolnshire.

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About Scrafield

Scrafield is a hamlet and a deserted medieval village located within the civil parish of Mareham on the Hill in East Lindsey, Lincolnshire. Situated approximately 4 miles southeast of Horncastle, Scrafield once had a population of 24 in 1931, but the parish was abolished in 1936 to merge with Mareham on the Hill. This historical site may be of interest for planning applications due to its unique heritage and rural setting.

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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 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Scrafield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scrafield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Scrafield.

- LAND TO THE WEST OF WESTMOOR PLANTATION SCRAFIELD MAREHAM ON THE HILL
Planning Permission - Erection of a free range egg production poultry unit including new access, ancillary structures and hardstanding.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2024-11-01
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- SCRAFIELD FARM, SCRAFIELD, MAREHAM ON THE HILL, HORNCASTLE, LN9 6PA
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 erection of a free range egg production poultry u
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2024-11-01
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A brief summary of Scrafield in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Scrafield 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 Scrafield a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Scrafield includes 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 Scrafield

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Scrafield. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Scrafield.

The average decision period of 90 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Scrafield were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application were submitted.

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