How long do planning decisions take near Abbey Village?

The average planning decision time near Abbey Village is 36 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 Abbey Village?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Abbey Village?

The most common type of planning application near Abbey Village is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Abbey Village?

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Abbey Village, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abbey Village, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Abbey Village are administered by Chorley Borough Council. View the full Chorley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Abbey Village

Abbey Village is a quaint village situated in Lancashire, within the Chorley constituency. Located along the A675 road, it is conveniently positioned approximately six miles from Blackburn, eight miles from Chorley, nine miles from Preston, and ten miles from Bolton, making it a strategic area for planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £265,180 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chorley
Parliamentary constituency: Chorley
LSOA: Chorley 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abbey Village.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Abbey Village based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Abbey Village.

- 5 Bolton Road Abbey Village Chorley PR6 8DP
Certificate of Lawfulness Use for proposed roof mounted solar panels to the front and rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-04-09
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- Bensons Farm Bolton Road Abbey Village Chorley PR6 8DT
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for an existing use of land for domestic/equestrian purposes
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-03-26
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A brief summary of Abbey Village in Lancashire

Property prices in Abbey Village show an average sale price of £265,180, 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 Abbey Village a particularly low-crime area.

Abbey Village has one conservation area within its boundaries: Abbey Village. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Abbey Village includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Pennine Moors SSSI; 6 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 Abbey Village

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Abbey Village. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

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

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Abbey Village were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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