Sempringham, Lincolnshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sempringham, Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Sempringham are administered by North Kesteven District Council. View the full North Kesteven District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Sempringham
Sempringham is a small village located in the civil parish of Pointon and Sempringham in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire. Situated 2 miles south of the A52, it lies 12 miles east of Grantham and 8 miles north of Bourne, bordering the Lincolnshire Fens. Known for its historical significance as the birthplace of Gilbert of Sempringham, the only English saint to establish a monastic order, the village had a population of 112 in 1921 before merging with Pointon in 1931. For those researching planning applications, Sempringham's unique heritage and rural setting may present opportunities for development in this tranquil area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £254,548 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Kesteven
- Parliamentary constituency: Sleaford and North Hykeham
- LSOA: North Kesteven 010A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sempringham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sempringham.
- 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 Sempringham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
123 planning applications found near Sempringham.
- - 28 Allen Close Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0PZ
Holm oak (T1) - lift crown over road to 5 m to allow clearance to high vehicles. Crown lift of garden to 3 m to ensure the lifted crown in equal. Roughly to yellow line in street view pictures.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 35 High Street Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QD
Section 211 notice to reduce crowns of Box Elder tree (A), Maple tree (B) and Sycamore tree (C).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 4 Burton Lane Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QR
Proposed replacement front porch and associated alterations to front of dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2025-02-28
View full details - - Scots Corner 59 Pointon Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0LP
Submission of details reserved by Condition 3 (contamination) of planning permission S24/1477 - Two story extension to provide a master bedroom and living room, to include changing window, new entranc
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2025-01-22
View full details - - Aveland Drive Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QY
Deed of Variation to add a mortgagee exclusion clause, which will assist with future charging exercises to fund further development/growth opportunities and stock improvements in relation to SK.09/094
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2024-10-16
View full details - - Scots Corner 59 Pointon Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0LP
Two story extension to provide a master bedroom and living room, to include changing window, new entrance door location, internal alterations and 2 no. garden rooms adjoining on to the main house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2024-08-26
View full details - - Kenwood 37 Birthorpe Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QS
Single storey side extension together with internal alterations to create annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2024-03-20
View full details - - 11 Pointon Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0LW
Proposed extension to garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-12-15
View full details - - Kenwood 37 Birthorpe Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QS
Side extension together with internal alterations to create annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-12-04
View full details - - 80 High Street Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QD
Section 211 notice to re-pollard Walnut Tree.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-10-12
View full details - - 80 High Street Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QD
Section 211 notice to reduce crown of Walnut Tree by 20% which equates to a proportionate reduction of the height and width in from the tips by a maximum of 3m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-10-12
View full details - - 74 Pointon Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0LP
Single storey side and rear extensions to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-05-15
View full details - - 74 Pointon Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0LP
Single storey side and rear extensions to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2023-05-15
View full details - - 82 High Street Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QD
Works to Tree - Hazel (T1) - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2022-04-05
View full details - - 82 High Street Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QD
Works to Tree - Hazel (T1) - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2022-04-05
View full details - - 56 Pointon Road Billingborough NG34 0LP
Removal of rear conservatory and annex and construction of new rear single storey extension with annex
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2022-01-26
View full details - - 56 Pointon Road Billingborough NG34 0LP
Removal of rear conservatory and annex and construction of new rear single storey extension with annex
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2022-01-26
View full details - - 7 Birthorpe Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QS
Rear and side single storey extension and loft conversion, dropped kerb
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2021-07-26
View full details - - 7 Birthorpe Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QS
Rear and side single storey extension and loft conversion, dropped kerb
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2021-07-26
View full details - - 43 Birthorpe Road Billingborough Lincolnshire NG34 0QS
Proposed single storey extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2021-05-20
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A brief summary of Sempringham in Lincolnshire
Sempringham is a small village located in the civil parish of Pointon and Sempringham in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire. Situated 2 miles south of the A52, it lies 12 miles east of Grantham and 8 miles north of Bourne, bordering the Lincolnshire Fens. Known for its historical significance as the birthplace of Gilbert of Sempringham, the only English saint to establish a monastic order, the village had a population of 112 in 1921 before merging with Pointon in 1931. For those researching planning applications, Sempringham's unique heritage and rural setting may present opportunities for development in this tranquil area.
Property prices in Sempringham show an average sale price of £254,548, 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 Sempringham a particularly low-crime area.
Sempringham has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sempringham 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.
Planning Activity in Sempringham
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Sempringham. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sempringham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Sempringham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Sempringham were full planning applications (9), tree works (7), listed building and heritage (6). Full planning applications account for 28% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 25 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 6 applications
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