How long do planning decisions take near Baxenden?

The average planning decision time near Baxenden is 50 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 Baxenden?

The planning approval rate near Baxenden is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Baxenden?

The most common type of planning application near Baxenden is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Baxenden, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Baxenden, Lancashire.

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About Baxenden

Baxenden is a village and ward located in the Borough of Hyndburn, Lancashire, in North-West England, with a population of 4,042 according to the 2011 census. As a growing community, it presents various opportunities for planning applications and development in the area.

Population: 4,042

District: Hyndburn

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £148,855 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Hyndburn
Parliamentary constituency: Hyndburn
LSOA: Hyndburn 008B

Crime Statistics

33 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 10
shoplifting: 6
public-order: 4
vehicle-crime: 4
possession-of-weapons: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
burglary: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
other-theft: 1
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Baxenden.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Baxenden.

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 Baxenden based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Baxenden.

- 14 Keats Close, Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2QR
Householder: Extension of existing front dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hyndburn | Date: 2026-04-23
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- 2 Wooley Lane, Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2XB
Proposed single storey extension at rear of 2 Wooley Lane Baxenden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hyndburn | Date: 2026-02-23
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- 1 Keats Close, Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2QR
Householder: removal of existing conservatory and construction of new single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hyndburn | Date: 2026-02-04
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- 2 Baxenden House, Manchester Road, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2RU
Fell x1 Beech due to extensive decay/Phytophthora Kernoviae. Fell x1 Beech due to Meripilus Gigantua. Fell x1 dead lime near road. Remove extensive epicormic growth on lime.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Hyndburn | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Browfield Farm, Back Lane, Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2RE
Discharge of Condition: 5 (Bat Mitigation Licence), 6 (EcoW supervision of construction works), 7 (birds and bat boxes), and 11 (Construction method statement) pursuant to planning permission referenc
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Hyndburn | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 27 Marlowe Avenue, Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2QA
Householder: Erection of single storey rear extension, rear dormer and associated alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Hyndburn | Date: 2025-10-15
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- 36 Back Lane, Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2RE
Householder: Erection of first floor side and front extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Hyndburn | Date: 2025-09-22
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A brief summary of Baxenden in Lancashire

Property prices in Baxenden show an average sale price of £148,855, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Baxenden area recorded 33 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Baxenden has one conservation area within its boundaries: Christ Church. 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 Baxenden includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Pennine Moors SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Baxenden

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Baxenden. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Baxenden.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Baxenden were full planning applications (12), tree works (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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