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Planning in Bank Hey

Approved
80%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bank Hey in the last 24 months, from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council's planning register.

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About Bank Hey

Bank Hey is a suburb located to the east of Blackburn in Lancashire, England. Nestled north of Whitebirk, it is close to the boundary with Hyndburn and is considered part of the Little Harwood area. This location may be of interest for those researching planning applications due to its proximity to key transport links and surrounding residential developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bank Hey area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bank Hey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bank Hey 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bank Hey, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Bank Hey. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (4), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bank Hey?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Bank Hey. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bank Hey?
The average planning decision time near Bank Hey 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 Bank Hey?
The planning approval rate near Bank Hey is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bank Hey?
The most common type of planning application near Bank Hey is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bank Hey?
You can search and track planning applications near Bank Hey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.