How long do planning decisions take near Stainfield (LN8)?

The average planning decision time near Stainfield (LN8) is 70 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

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Stainfield (LN8), Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stainfield (LN8), Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stainfield (LN8) are administered by West Lindsey District Council. View the full West Lindsey District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stainfield (LN8)

Stainfield is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 10 miles east of Lincoln in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire. With a population of 189 as recorded in the 2011 census, this small community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting the charm and character of rural England.

Population: 101 (2021)

District: West Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £282,685 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Gainsborough
LSOA: West Lindsey 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stainfield (LN8).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stainfield (LN8).

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 Stainfield (LN8) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Stainfield (LN8).

146899 - Park Cottages 2 Main Road, Stainfield, Market Rasen
Planning application for single storey rear extension
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-06-14
146735 - West Cottage Kingthorpe Road, Stainfield, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire
Prior Approval to extend dwellinghouse 3.95 metres from rear wall of original dwellinghouse, 2.3 metres to height of eaves of enlarged part of dwellinghouse and 3.5 metres to highest point of enlarged
Status: Approved | Type: Residential Prior Approval | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-05-16
- West Cottage Kingthorpe Road Stainfield Market Rasen Lincolnshire LN8 5JJ
Prior Approval to extend dwellinghouse 3.95 metres from rear wall of original dwellinghouse, 2.3 metres to height of eaves of enlarged part of dwellinghouse and 3.5 metres to highest point of enlarged
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-05-12
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146431 - Park Gate Cottages 2 Main Road, Stainfield, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire
Planning application for single storey rear extension
Status: Refused | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-03-13

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A brief summary of Stainfield (LN8) in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Stainfield (LN8) show an average sale price of £282,685, 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 Stainfield (LN8) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stainfield (LN8) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bardney Limewoods, Lincolnshire SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Stainfield (LN8)

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Stainfield (LN8). The average decision time was 70 days.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Stainfield (LN8) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

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