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Planning in Spilsby

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Spilsby in the last 24 months, from East Lindsey District Council's planning register.

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About Spilsby

Spilsby is a market town and civil parish located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated near the A16, it is approximately 33 miles east of Lincoln, 17 miles north-east of Boston, and 13 miles north-west of Skegness. Nestled at the southern edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds and north of the Fenlands, Spilsby offers unique planning opportunities within a picturesque rural setting. The town has a population of approximately 3,225 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Lindsey district.

Property prices in Spilsby show an average sale price of £214,937, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Spilsby 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 Spilsby 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, Spilsby 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.spilsby.info/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Spilsby, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Spilsby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Spilsby?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Spilsby. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Spilsby?
The average planning decision time near Spilsby is 80 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 Spilsby?
The planning approval rate near Spilsby is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Spilsby?
The most common type of planning application near Spilsby is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Spilsby?
You can search and track planning applications near Spilsby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.