How long do planning decisions take near Aughton Park?

The average planning decision time near Aughton Park is 56 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 Aughton Park?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Aughton Park?

The most common type of planning application near Aughton Park is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Aughton Park?

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Aughton Park, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Aughton Park, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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About Aughton Park

Aughton is a charming village and civil parish situated in the West Lancashire district of England, strategically positioned between Ormskirk and Maghull. Located about 10 miles north of Liverpool and 20 miles south-west of Preston, Aughton offers a blend of rural appeal and accessibility, making it an area of interest for planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Lancashire
Parliamentary constituency: West Lancashire
LSOA: West Lancashire 006C

Crime Statistics

31 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 10
violent-crime: 8
criminal-damage-arson: 3
other-theft: 3
burglary: 2
drugs: 2
public-order: 1
shoplifting: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Aughton Park.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Aughton Park based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Aughton Park.

- 30 Scarth Hill Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4UH
Proposed conversion of double garage with new front bay window. Side extension to existing conservatory and replacement of rear bay window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 30 New Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4UD
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Garage Conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-10-22
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- 3 Hallmoor Close Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4UQ
Extension to the rear of the dwelling house following the removal of the existing conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2024-03-04
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A brief summary of Aughton Park in Lancashire

The Aughton Park area recorded 31 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.

Aughton Park has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

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Planning Activity in Aughton Park

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Aughton Park. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Aughton Park were full planning applications (17), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 57% 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, 29 smaller schemes were submitted.

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