How long do planning decisions take near Torksey?

The average planning decision time near Torksey is 52 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 Torksey?

The planning approval rate near Torksey is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How can I track planning applications near Torksey?

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Torksey, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Torksey, Lincolnshire.

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About Torksey

Torksey is a quaint village located in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, with a population of 875 as recorded in the 2011 census. Positioned on the A156 road, it lies 7 miles south of Gainsborough and 9 miles north-west of Lincoln, along the eastern bank of the tidal River Trent, which marks the boundary with Nottinghamshire. This strategic location may influence planning applications, particularly those related to transport and local development within the area.

Population: 777 (2021)

District: West Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £249,620 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lincoln
Parliamentary constituency: Lincoln
LSOA: Lincoln 005F

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
other-theft: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Torksey.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Torksey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

15 planning applications found near Torksey.

WL/2025/01097 - CHARNWOOD, 25 MAIN STREET, TORKSEY
Planning application for erection of a wooden log cabin.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-11-03
WL/2025/00137 - VIADUCT WAY, 4 MAIN STREET, TORKSEY
Planning Application for installation of a dropped kerb and driveway to property with the removal of existing hedge
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-02-11
WL/2024/00238 - Cemetery Sand Lane, Torksey, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for the change of use of agricultural land to form an extension to existing cemetery for the burial of cremation remains at a max depth of 0.8m, including the erection of 1.2m hig
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-03-05
147502 - The Elms Lincoln Road, Torksey Lock, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the siting of up to 12 caravans(residential mobile homes).
Status: Approved | Type: Cert. Lawful Develop. Proposed | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-10-26
146360 - The Elms Lincoln Road, Torksey Lock, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the stationing of up to 31 mobile homes (static caravans) for residential purposes.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Cert. Lawful Develop. Proposed | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-04-13
145684 - Hume Arms 7 Main Street, Torksey, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for the change of use of ground floor from public house to form additional residential living space with annexe including internal and external alterations, boundary walls and hed
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-12-20
145312 - The Elms Lincoln Road, Torksey Lock, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for the change of use of land to site 2no. residential park homes.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-08-10
145311 - The Elms Lincoln Road, Torksey Lock, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for the change of use of land to site 4no. residential park homes.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-08-10
144939 - Hume Arms 7 Main Street, Torksey, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for the change of use of ground floor from public house to form additional residential living space with annexe including internal and external alterations, boundary walls and hed
Status: Refused | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-06-01
144847 - Fourwheel Cottage 18 Main Street, Torksey, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for a replacement two storey side and single storey rear extensions.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-04-27
144582 - The Elms Lincoln Road, Torksey Lock, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Application for a lawful development certificate for a touring caravan storage area.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Cert. Lawful Develop. Existing | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-03-15
144102 - Sherborne 3 Church Lane, Torksey, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application to erect detached garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-12-21
143431 - Land at Gainsborough Road, Torksey, Lincolnshire
Application for prior notification of proposed development by telecommunications code systems operator to install 1no. omni antenna at 13.5m, 1no. GPS antenna at 12.3m and 1no. 3G antenna at 11.6m mou
Status: Approved | Type: Telecomms Determin. - 56 days | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-07-28
143325 - Flat, The Elms Lincoln Road, Torksey Lock, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for change of use of existing residential apartment to offices.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-07-05
143169 - Hume Arms 7 Main Street, Torksey, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for change of use of public house to residential, creating 7no. flats with alterations - amendment to 140973.
Status: Refused | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-06-18

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A brief summary of Torksey in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Torksey show an average sale price of £249,620, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Torksey is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Torksey 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 Torksey

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Torksey. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Torksey may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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.

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