How long do planning decisions take near Shepeau Stow?

The average planning decision time near Shepeau Stow is 52 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 Shepeau Stow?

The planning approval rate near Shepeau Stow is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Shepeau Stow?

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

How can I track planning applications near Shepeau Stow?

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Shepeau Stow, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shepeau Stow, Lincolnshire.

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Planning applications in Shepeau Stow are administered by South Holland District Council. View the full South Holland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Shepeau Stow

Shepeau Stow is a quaint hamlet located in the South Holland district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated at the north-east edge of Whaplode civil parish, it borders Crowland civil parish and is accessible via the B1166 Hull's Drove road. The hamlet lies approximately 7 miles south-east of Spalding and 4 miles east of Crowland, making it a notable point for planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,753 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Holland
Parliamentary constituency: South Holland and The Deepings
LSOA: South Holland 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Shepeau Stow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Shepeau Stow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Shepeau Stow in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Shepeau Stow show an average sale price of £229,753, 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 Shepeau Stow a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Shepeau Stow

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Shepeau Stow. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Shepeau Stow may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Shepeau Stow were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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