How long do planning decisions take near Anchorsholme?

The average planning decision time near Anchorsholme is 46 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 Anchorsholme?

The planning approval rate near Anchorsholme is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Anchorsholme?

The most common type of planning application near Anchorsholme is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Anchorsholme?

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Anchorsholme, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Anchorsholme, Lancashire.

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About Anchorsholme

Anchorsholme is a suburban area within Blackpool, Lancashire, and serves as a ward in the Borough of Blackpool. Conveniently located near the town of Cleveleys, it offers a blend of residential and community spaces, making it relevant for those exploring planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £172,749 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wyre
Parliamentary constituency: Blackpool North and Fleetwood
LSOA: Wyre 010D

Crime Statistics

167 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 68
anti-social-behaviour: 27
shoplifting: 22
criminal-damage-arson: 10
vehicle-crime: 9
burglary: 8
other-theft: 6
public-order: 6
other-crime: 6
drugs: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Anchorsholme.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Anchorsholme based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Anchorsholme.

- 40 Calder Avenue Thornton Cleveleys Lancashire FY5 2TR
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed side extension, following demolition of existing side porch entrance
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wyre | Date: 2023-08-16
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A brief summary of Anchorsholme in Lancashire

Property prices in Anchorsholme show an average sale price of £172,749, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Anchorsholme area recorded 167 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

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Planning Activity in Anchorsholme

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Anchorsholme. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 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 near Anchorsholme.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Anchorsholme were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), telecoms (1).

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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