How many planning applications has Pendle Borough Council received?

Pendle Borough Council received 593 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 58%.

How long does Pendle Borough Council take to decide planning applications?

Pendle Borough Council takes an average of 47 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Pendle Borough Council?

Pendle Borough Council approves 58% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in Pendle Borough Council?

To object to a Pendle Borough Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Pendle Borough Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Pendle Borough Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a Pendle Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Pendle Borough Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 233 appeals were lodged against Pendle Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

Pendle Borough Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Pendle Borough Council planning applications?

You can search Pendle Borough Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the Pendle Borough Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

Search and explore Pendle Borough Council planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the Pendle Borough Council planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: North West

About Pendle Borough Council

Governance

Leader: David Whipp (Liberal Democrat), since 18 May 2023

Chair: Mohammad Ammer (Independent), since 15 May 2025

Seats: 33 councillors

Founded: 1 April 1974

Last election: 2 May 2024

Political composition: Liberal Democrat (9), Independent (10), Conservative (11), Reform UK (1), Independent (2)

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Pendle Borough Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Pendle Borough Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Pendle Borough Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £150,323 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Hyndburn
Parliamentary constituency: Hyndburn
LSOA: Hyndburn 002B

Crime Statistics

483 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 187
anti-social-behaviour: 88
shoplifting: 40
vehicle-crime: 39
public-order: 33
criminal-damage-arson: 24
other-theft: 19
other-crime: 16
burglary: 12
drugs: 11
possession-of-weapons: 8
theft-from-the-person: 3
robbery: 2
bicycle-theft: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Pendle Borough Council.

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 Pendle Borough Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Pendle Borough Council

744 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Pendle Borough Council area.

Monitoring Stations

9 flood monitoring stations near Pendle Borough Council.

Lomeshaye (Pendle Water)
Oxford Road (River Calder)
New Jumbles Rock (River Ribble)
Barden Lane (Pendle Water)
Thompson Park (River Brun)
Hardman Way (River Darwen)
Dryden Street (Shaw Brook Tributary)
Rawtenstall (Limey Water)
Harrison Street (River Blakewater)

A brief summary of Pendle Borough Council

Pendle Borough Council delivers essential district-level services for the Borough of Pendle in Lancashire, North West England, while Lancashire County Council oversees county-level administration. Additionally, the borough is divided into civil parishes, which represent a third tier of local government, contributing to local planning and community initiatives. The council was established in 1 April 1974. The council is currently led by David Whipp (Liberal Democrat). The council comprises 33 councillors seats, with the most recent election held on 2 May 2024.

The average property sale price in the Pendle Borough Council area is £150,323, based on 50 recent transactions.

The Pendle Borough Council area recorded 483 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 23 designated conservation areas within the Pendle Borough Council area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Barnoldswick, Lidgett and Bents, Colne, Albert Road, Colne, Barrowford, Carr Hall Road, Barrowford, Carr Hall and Wheatley Lane Road, Barrowford, Greenfield, Colne, Higherford, Lomeshaye Industrial Hamlet, Nelson, Newchurch and Spenbrook, and 13 more.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The Pendle Borough Council area includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

The council area encompasses 744 towns and villages, including Accrington, Adlington, Bacup, Bamber Bridge, Barnoldswick and Barrowford. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Pendle Borough Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for Pendle Borough Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the Pendle Borough Council area. Unlike the official Pendle Borough Council planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking Pendle Borough Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Pendle Borough Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 593 planning applications Pendle Borough Council received. Of these, 58% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile in Pendle Borough Council.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in Pendle Borough Council were full planning applications (254), discharge of conditions (100), tree works (84). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 35 medium-scale applications, 502 smaller schemes were submitted.

233 planning appeals were lodged against Pendle Borough Council decisions, of which 66 were allowed and 133 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 77 applications
Refused: 33 applications
Withdrawn: 23 applications
Awaiting decision: 452 applications

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.