How long do planning decisions take near Barton (L39)?

The average planning decision time near Barton (L39) is 56 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 Barton (L39)?

The planning approval rate near Barton (L39) is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Barton (L39)?

The most common type of planning application near Barton (L39) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Barton (L39)?

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Barton (L39), Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barton (L39), Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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Population: 1,504 (2021)

District: Preston

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Area Information

Admin district: West Lancashire
Parliamentary constituency: West Lancashire
LSOA: West Lancashire 006E

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 4

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barton (L39).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Barton (L39).

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 Barton (L39) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Barton (L39).

- 142 Station Road Barton Downholland Ormskirk Lancashire L39 7JW
Single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2024-10-02
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A brief summary of Barton (L39) in Lancashire

Barton (L39) is a settlement located in Lancashire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,504 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Preston district.

Neighbourhood safety in Barton (L39) is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Barton (L39) has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

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Planning Activity in Barton (L39)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Barton (L39). Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Barton (L39).

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Barton (L39) were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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