Skirbeck, Lincolnshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Skirbeck, Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire · England · settlement
About Skirbeck
Skirbeck is a historic village and suburb of Boston, Lincolnshire, characterized by its distinctive v-shaped layout that borders the south and east of Boston parish. Incorporated into the Borough of Boston in 1932, it falls under the jurisdiction of the Skirbeck ward of Boston Borough Council, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities within the borough.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £204,289 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Boston
- Parliamentary constituency: Boston and Skegness
- LSOA: Boston 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Skirbeck.
- 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 Skirbeck based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Skirbeck.
- - 19, Fishtoft Road, Boston, PE21 0AA
Type: Full | Council: Boston | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 25, Rowley Road, Boston, PE21 6JE
Type: Full | Council: Boston | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Napoleon Inn, 17 Fishtoft Road, Boston, PE21 0AA
Type: Full | Council: Boston | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - John H Richmond Hair Dresser, 143 Windsor Bank, Boston PE21 0HR
Type: Advertising | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Geoff Moulder Leisure Centre, Rowley Road, Boston PE21 6JE
Type: Amendment | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - Boston College Ingelow Centre, Rowley Road, Boston PE21 6JE
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - Howards Court, Kitwood Road, Boston, PE21 0PX
Tree Preservation Order (Confirmed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-06-18
View full details - - Kitwood Lodge, Kitwood Road, Boston, PE21 0PX
Tree Preservation Order (Confirmed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-06-18
View full details - - 2 - 12 Kitwood Road, Boston, PE21 0PX
Tree Preservation Order (Confirmed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-06-18
View full details - - Boston Nursery School, Church Road, Boston, PE21 0LJ
Tree Preservation Order (Confirmed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-06-18
View full details - - Haven Cottage, Kitwood Road, Boston, PE21 0LJ
Tree Preservation Order (Confirmed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-06-18
View full details - - Boston College Rochford Campus, Skirbeck Road, Boston PE21 6JF
Erection of an Agri Food Hub consisting of a lightweight steel building to house two Hydroponic Chambers and erection of a modular building
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Boston | Date: 2025-04-02
View full details - - 1, Skirbeck Gardens, Boston, PE21 0DH
Tree Preservation Order (Confirmed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Boston | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - 86, Fishtoft Road, Boston, PE21 0DL
Listed Building Consent for all windows to be replaced with UPVC, front door to be replaced and removal of two bedroom windows and kitchen window to be replaced with two roof windows
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Boston | Date: 2023-12-29
View full details - - Boston College Rochford Campus, Skirbeck Road, Boston PE21 6JF
Removal of current buildings and construction of a lightweight steel building
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Boston | Date: 2023-05-24
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A brief summary of Skirbeck in Lincolnshire
Skirbeck is a historic village and suburb of Boston, Lincolnshire, characterized by its distinctive v-shaped layout that borders the south and east of Boston parish. Incorporated into the Borough of Boston in 1932, it falls under the jurisdiction of the Skirbeck ward of Boston Borough Council, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities within the borough.
Property prices in Skirbeck show an average sale price of £204,289, 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 Skirbeck a particularly low-crime area.
Skirbeck has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Boston, Boston, Spilsby Road, Skirbeck, Boston. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Skirbeck 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 Skirbeck
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Skirbeck. Of these, 59% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Skirbeck.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Skirbeck slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Skirbeck were full planning applications (27), listed building and heritage (16), tree works (9). 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 31 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.