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Planning in Bare

Approved
85%
33 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bare in the last 24 months, from Lancaster City Council's planning register.

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Around Bare

Postcode districts

LA4 112 applications in the last 12 monthsLA1 310 applications in the last 12 monthsLA3 120 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Lancaster City Council

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About Bare

Bare is a suburb and electoral ward of Morecambe, located in the City of Lancaster district of Lancashire, England, with a population of 4,067 according to the 2011 Census. The area features a vibrant high street and a railway station that provides convenient connections to Morecambe and Lancaster. The name "Bare" derives from the Anglo-Saxon term "bearu," meaning "grove," reflecting its historical roots. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,067. It sits within the Morecambe district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bare 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 Bare a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bare has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bare 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 Bare, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Bare. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were outline applications (17), amendments (2), discharge of conditions (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bare?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Bare. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bare?
The average planning decision time near Bare is 43 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 Bare?
The planning approval rate near Bare is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bare?
The most common type of planning application near Bare is outline applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bare?
You can search and track planning applications near Bare on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.