How long do planning decisions take near Springthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Springthorpe is 37 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

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Springthorpe, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Springthorpe, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Springthorpe are administered by West Lindsey District Council. View the full West Lindsey District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Springthorpe

Springthorpe is a quaint village and civil parish in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, with a population of 138 as of the 2011 census. Located about 4 miles east of Gainsborough, this rural community offers a unique landscape and potential for various planning applications in a peaceful setting.

Population: 124 (2021)

District: West Lindsey

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Area Information

Admin district: West Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Gainsborough
LSOA: West Lindsey 007D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Springthorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Springthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

18 planning applications found near Springthorpe.

WL/2026/00405 - 7 WISTERIA LODGE, SCHOOL LANE, SPRINGTHORPE
Planning application for proposed garden room to rear of existing dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-04-29
WL/2025/00668 - 15 HILL ROAD, SPRINGTHORPE
Notice to carry out tree works: Cypress tree - fell. Within Springthorpe conservation area.
Status: Approved | Type: TREE_Cons Area Tree Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-06-30
WL/2025/00397 - NEW CHURCH FARM, SCHOOL LANE, SPRINGTHORPE
Planning application for installation of slurry lagoon
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-04-22
WL/2024/00631 - NEW CHURCH FARM, SCHOOL LANE, SPRINGTHORPE
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2, 3, 4 (archaeology) of planning permission 148304 granted 21 June 2024.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-07-19
WL/2024/00304 - NEW CHURCH FARM, SCHOOL LANE, SPRINGTHORPE
Planning application to erect proposed straw storage unit.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-04-24
WL/2024/00220 - Autumn Cottage 8a Hill Road, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application for rear single storey extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-04-09
WL/2024/00210 - Land north of School Lane, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Request for confirmation of compliance with condition 4 (drainage) of planning permission 145167 granted 12 December 2022.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-03-26
WL/2024/00141 - Land off Church Lane Springthorpe
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2(archaeology), 3(ecology), 4(ecology) & 7(ecology) of planning permission 146588 granted 8 September 2023.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-02-13
146754 - Plot 3 & 4 - Land north of School Lane, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application to erect 2no. detached dwellings being variation of condition 2 of planning permission 145049 granted 26 August 2022 re: amendment to first floor layouts
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-05-17
- Plot 3 & 4 - Land north of School Lane Springthorpe Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 5QD
Planning application to erect 2no. detached dwellings being variation of condition 2 of planning permission 145049 granted 26 August 2022 re: amendment to first floor layouts
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-05-17
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146588 - Land off Church Lane Springthorpe
Planning application to erect 4no. single storey dwellings with detached garages.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-04-13
146115 - Land north of School Lane, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 3(Materials) and 4(Drainage) of planning permission 145049 granted 26 August 2022.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-01-09
145167 - Plot 2 Land north of School Lane, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application to erect 1no. dwelling
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-06-30
145049 - Plot 3 & 4 - Land north of School Lane, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application to erect 2no. detached dwellings.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-06-09
144330 - Plot 1 - Land north of School Lane, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application to erect 1no. dormer bungalow with detached garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-01-28
144246 - Plot 4 - Land north of School Lane, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application to erect 1no. dwelling and separate garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-01-20
144150 - The Old Rectory Chapel Lane, Springthorpe, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application to erect proposed ancillary building to accommodate pool & gymnasium.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-12-23
143185 - Land off Church Lane Springthorpe
Application for approval of reserved matters for the erection of 3no. dwellings, considering appearance, landscaping, layout and scale following outline permission 136532 granted 6 July 2018.
Status: Approved | Type: Reserved Matters Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-06-22

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A brief summary of Springthorpe in Lincolnshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Springthorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Springthorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Springthorpe. 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.

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Planning Activity in Springthorpe

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Springthorpe. The average decision time was 37 days.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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