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Planning in Scunthorpe

Approved
95%
72 of 75 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Scunthorpe in the last 24 months, from North Lincolnshire Council's planning register.

Decided by North Lincolnshire CouncilCouncil page

Around Scunthorpe

Postcode districts

DN15 124 applications in the last 12 monthsDN16 34 applications in the last 12 monthsDN17 74 applications in the last 12 monthsLN7 90 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Lincolnshire Council

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About Scunthorpe

Scunthorpe is an industrial town in Lincolnshire, England, with a population of 81,286 as of 2021, making it the third most populous location in the county. Serving as the administrative centre of the North Lincolnshire district, Scunthorpe is strategically located north of Lincoln and is positioned between Grimsby to the east and Doncaster to the west, with access to Hull to the north-east via the Humber Bridge. This context is essential for understanding the local planning landscape and potential development opportunities in the area.

Property prices in Scunthorpe show an average sale price of £168,139, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Scunthorpe 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 (May 2026). This makes Scunthorpe 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, Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe, 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, 91 planning applications were submitted near Scunthorpe. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), amendments (22), advertising consent (10).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Scunthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 91 planning applications were submitted near Scunthorpe. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Scunthorpe?
The average planning decision time near Scunthorpe is 55 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 Scunthorpe?
The planning approval rate near Scunthorpe is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Scunthorpe?
The most common type of planning application near Scunthorpe is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Scunthorpe?
You can search and track planning applications near Scunthorpe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.