How long do planning decisions take near Scunthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Scunthorpe is 58 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 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Scunthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Scunthorpe is amendment applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Scunthorpe?

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Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire.

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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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £176,215 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Lincolnshire
Parliamentary constituency: Scunthorpe
LSOA: North Lincolnshire 015A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Scunthorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scunthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Scunthorpe.

- 7 Vicarage Gardens, Scunthorpe, DN15 7BA
Application for pruning of a lateral limb and overall crown thinning of an Ash identified as T20 in and subject to Tree Preservation (Town Centre No 1) Order 1984
Type: Trees | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Hartwell Ford, Station Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 6PY
Advertisement consent to display one totem sign internally illuminated
Type: Advertising | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-03-11
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- 2 Vicarage Gardens, SCUNTHORPE, DN15 7AZ
Planning permission to erect an annexe
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2026-01-08
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- University Campus North Lincolnshire, Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 1BU
Planning permission to install an external condenser unit
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2024-08-21
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- University Campus North Lincolnshire, Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 1BU
Listed building consent for internal alterations of basement area to form two teaching spaces and an educational server room by erecting new partition walls, including new door to server room and repl
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: North Lincs | Date: 2024-08-21
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A brief summary of Scunthorpe in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Scunthorpe show an average sale price of £176,215, 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 Scunthorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Scunthorpe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: New Frodingham, Scunthorpe, Old Crosby, Scunthorpe. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Scunthorpe

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Scunthorpe. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Scunthorpe.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Scunthorpe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Scunthorpe were amendments (12), full planning applications (10), outline applications (4).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 32 smaller schemes were submitted.

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