Barrow, Lancashire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Barrow, Lancashire.
Lancashire · England · settlement
About Barrow
Barrow is a village and civil parish located in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire, England, positioned between Whalley and Clitheroe, and bypassed by the A59. The village features a primary school and two parks, and is well-connected by six local bus routes that provide access to various parts of Lancashire. Recent development has occurred in the area between Whalley Road and the bypass, making it an area of interest for planning applications.
Population: 1,617 (2021)
District: Ribble Valley
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Area Information
- Admin district: Ribble Valley
- Parliamentary constituency: Ribble Valley
- LSOA: Ribble Valley 001A
Crime Statistics
20 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 13
- anti-social-behaviour: 3
- other-theft: 2
- drugs: 1
- public-order: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Barrow.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Barrow.
- 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 Barrow based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Barrow.
- - 3 Poplar Way Barrow Clitheroe BB7 9ZN
Proposed single storey side and rear extension incorporating a garage conversion.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 34 Aspen Crescent Barrow Clitheroe BB7 9ZL
Conversion of the existing garage to create an extra room, with widening of the driveway and dropped kerb, plus new windows to the side garage wall.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - 25 Middle Lodge Road Barrow BB7 9XS
Non-material amendment to application 3/2023/0691 involving amendment to proposed ground level elevations.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - 7 Aspen Crescent Barrow BB7 9ZL
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed single storey side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2025-07-14
View full details - - Barrowbridge House Club Street Barrow BB7 9AY
Permission in principle application for residential development comprising 4 dwellings.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2023-11-29
View full details - - 3 Park Farm View Barrow BB7 9YS
Proposed single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of Barrow in Lancashire
Barrow is a village and civil parish located in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire, England, positioned between Whalley and Clitheroe, and bypassed by the A59. The village features a primary school and two parks, and is well-connected by six local bus routes that provide access to various parts of Lancashire. Recent development has occurred in the area between Whalley Road and the bypass, making it an area of interest for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,617 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ribble Valley district.
There were 20 crimes reported in the Barrow area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Barrow has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wiswell. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Barrow includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Barrow 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 Barrow
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Barrow. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Barrow.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Barrow were full planning applications (9), outline applications (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.