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18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Barrow · updated daily · Ribble Valley Borough Council

Planning in Barrow

Approved
76%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Barrow

Postcode districts

BB7 341 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Ribble Valley Borough Council

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,617 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ribble Valley district.

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

The area around Barrow has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Barrow, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Barrow. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barrow?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Barrow. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barrow?
The average planning decision time near Barrow is 51 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 Barrow?
The planning approval rate near Barrow is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barrow?
The most common type of planning application near Barrow is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barrow?
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