How long do planning decisions take near Whaplode?

The average planning decision time near Whaplode is 58 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 Whaplode?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Whaplode?

The most common type of planning application near Whaplode is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Whaplode, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whaplode, Lincolnshire.

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About Whaplode

Whaplode is a village and civil parish located in the South Holland district of Lincolnshire, England, situated just west of the Prime Meridian. The parish encompasses Whaplode Drove and several hamlets, including Shepeau Stow, Dowsdale, Whaplode St Catherine, and Saracen's Head, making it a diverse area for planning applications and community development.

Population: 3,519 (2021)

District: South Holland

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Town Insights

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Area Information

Admin district: South Holland
Parliamentary constituency: South Holland and The Deepings
LSOA: South Holland 008D

Crime Statistics

11 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 5
shoplifting: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whaplode.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whaplode based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Whaplode.

- CHURCH VIEW CHURCHGATE WHAPLODE SPALDING PE12 6TA
Proposed Fence & Gates (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-04-16
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H23-0360-26 - CHURCH VIEW CHURCHGATE WHAPLODE PE12 6TA
Proposed Fence & Gates (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-04-16
H23-0274-26 - Land between 60 & 74 High Road Whaplode Spalding PE12 6TJ
Erection of 2 No Self-Build Dwellings
Status: Undecided | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-03-23
- Land between 60 & 74 High Road Whaplode Spalding Lincolnshire PE12 6TJ
Erection of 2 No Self-Build Dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-03-23
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- St Mary's Church Kirkgate Whaplode Spalding PE12 6TA
Proposed replacement of south aisle roof in terne-coated stainless steel including replacement gutters and flashings - approved under H23-0158-25. Amend roofing material from TCS to lead.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 258 HIGH ROAD WHAPLODE SPALDING PE12 6TG
Proposed Garage/Store & Lean-to Canopy to side of dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Holland | Date: 2026-01-22
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- ST MARYS CHURCH KIRK GATE WHAPLODE SPALDING PE12 6TE
Installation of linear array of 18 solar panels on south aisle roof (as proposed to be replaced in Terne Coated Stainless Steel)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Holland | Date: 2025-04-01
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A brief summary of Whaplode in Lincolnshire

There were 11 crimes reported in the Whaplode area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

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Planning Activity in Whaplode

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Whaplode. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

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

At 58 days on average, decisions near Whaplode slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Whaplode were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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