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Planning in Barnoldswick

Approved
92%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barnoldswick in the last 24 months, from Pendle Borough Council's planning register.

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About Barnoldswick

Barnoldswick is a market town and civil parish located in the Borough of Pendle, Lancashire, within the historic West Riding of Yorkshire. Situated approximately 30 miles from Leeds and 40 miles from Lancaster, it is well-connected to nearby towns such as Skipton, Clitheroe, Burnley, and Keighley. With a population of 10,752, Barnoldswick presents a vibrant community for potential planning applications and developments. The town has a population of approximately 10,915 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Pendle district.

Property prices in Barnoldswick show an average sale price of £180,516, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Barnoldswick 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, Barnoldswick 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.barnoldswicktowncouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Barnoldswick, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Barnoldswick. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (9), tree works (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barnoldswick?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Barnoldswick. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barnoldswick?
The average planning decision time near Barnoldswick 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 Barnoldswick?
The planning approval rate near Barnoldswick is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barnoldswick?
The most common type of planning application near Barnoldswick is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barnoldswick?
You can search and track planning applications near Barnoldswick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.