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Planning in Sutton on Sea

Approved
88%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Sutton on Sea

Sutton-on-Sea is a coastal town located in the civil parish of Mablethorpe and Sutton, within the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire. Renowned for its expansive sandy beach along the Lincolnshire Coast, the town includes the southern area known as Sandilands and the nearby community of Trusthorpe, making it a notable area for planning applications related to coastal development and tourism. It sits within the Mablethorpe and Sutton district.

Property prices in Sutton on Sea show an average sale price of £210,518, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sutton on Sea 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 Sutton on Sea a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sutton on Sea has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sutton on Sea 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sutton on Sea, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Sutton on Sea. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sutton on Sea?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Sutton on Sea. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sutton on Sea?
The average planning decision time near Sutton on Sea is 79 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 Sutton on Sea?
The planning approval rate near Sutton on Sea is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton on Sea?
The most common type of planning application near Sutton on Sea is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sutton on Sea?
You can search and track planning applications near Sutton on Sea on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.