Bamber Bridge, Lancashire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bamber Bridge, Lancashire.
Lancashire · England · Town
Planning applications in Bamber Bridge are administered by South Ribble Borough Council. View the full South Ribble Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bamber Bridge
Bamber Bridge is a sizable village located in Lancashire, England, just 3 miles southeast of Preston, within the borough of South Ribble. The name originates from Old English, meaning "tree-trunk bridge." Local residents are commonly referred to as "Briggers," making this community a unique area for those considering planning applications or developments in the region.
Population: 12,126
District: South Ribble
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Ribble
- Parliamentary constituency: Ribble Valley
- LSOA: South Ribble 004A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bamber Bridge.
- 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 Bamber Bridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Bamber Bridge.
- - 14 - 16 The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Change of use of former wholesale warehouse (Use Class B8) to a Padel Court Centre with ancillary facilities (Use Class E)
Type: Full | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - 07/2026/00398/FUL - 14 - 16 The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Change of use of former wholesale warehouse (Use Class B8) to a Padel Court Centre with ancillary facilities (Use Class E)
Status: Undecided | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-05-27 - - 49 Station Road Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6QS
Certificate of Lawfulness for Children's Care Home for one child (To remain as Use Class C3).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 14 - 16 The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Non material amendment to permission 07/2025/00695/FUL for raising the roof and recladding to existing industrial unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Non material amendment to permission 07/2025/00513/FUL for clearance of existing structures, erection of 3 blocks for employment use and associated works (to include parking, landscaping and boundary
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 41 Brandiforth Street Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6QA
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for change use from C3 dwellinghouse to C4 small HMO (4-bed).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - 109 Collins Road Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6GU
9m pole
Status: Permitted | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Unit 3 Pear Tree Street Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6EZ
Retrospective planning application for two storage shipping containers (amended description).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Discharge of condition 25 (drainage strategy) of planning permission 07/2025/00513/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 14 - 16 The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Discharge of conditions 4 (asbestos) and 6 (construction management plan) of planning permission 07/2025/00695/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2025-12-27
View full details - - The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Non material amendment to planning permission 07/2025/00513/FUL - minor changes to landscaping and finishes plans, amendments to roof plans
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Discharge of conditions 6,9,19,22,23,26, 29 and 30 pursuant to permission 07/2025/00513/FUL for clearance of existing structures, erection of 3 blocks for employment use and associated works (to inclu
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 1 Ambleside Close Walton-le-dale Preston Lancashire PR5 4RS
Demolition of rear conservatory and erection of two storey side and single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - 65 Withy Grove Crescent Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6NX
Increasing the height of the existing garage and changing the roof to a pitched roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2025-09-28
View full details - - The Old Mill School Lane Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6SY
Clearance of existing structures, erection of 3 blocks for employment use and associated works (to include parking, landscaping and boundary works).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2025-07-10
View full details - - 21 School Street Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6QB
Lawful Development Certificate for the change of use from residential dwelling (Class C3) to small 4-bed HMO (Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2025-02-23
View full details - - Unit 4 Cotton Mill Road Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6LF
One Illuminated Fascia Sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2024-10-02
View full details - - Bamber Bridge Pentecostal Church 214 - 216 Chorley Road Walton-le-dale Preston Lancashire PR5 4RL
Construction of a two storey Church building following demolition of the exisitng Church building
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2024-06-15
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A brief summary of Bamber Bridge in Lancashire
Bamber Bridge is a sizable village located in Lancashire, England, just 3 miles southeast of Preston, within the borough of South Ribble. The name originates from Old English, meaning "tree-trunk bridge." Local residents are commonly referred to as "Briggers," making this community a unique area for those considering planning applications or developments in the region. The Town has a population of approximately 12,126. It sits within the South Ribble district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bamber Bridge a particularly low-crime area.
Bamber Bridge has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Church Road, Church Brow, Walton Green. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Bamber Bridge includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bamber Bridge planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Bamber Bridge
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Bamber Bridge. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bamber Bridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bamber Bridge were outline applications (12), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (4).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 27 smaller schemes were submitted.
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