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Planning in Becconsall

Approved
94%
33 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Becconsall

Becconsall is a village in the West Lancashire district, situated just south of Hesketh Bank and adjacent to the Ribble Estuary. It falls within the civil parish of Hesketh-with-Becconsall, which had a combined population of 4,187 as of the 2021 census. This area, along with Hesketh Bank and the nearby village of Tarleton, forms a cohesive built-up region with a total population of 8,755, making it a key location for potential planning applications and developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Becconsall 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 Becconsall 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, Becconsall 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 Becconsall, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Becconsall. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (7), outline applications (5).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Becconsall?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Becconsall. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Becconsall?
The average planning decision time near Becconsall is 78 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 Becconsall?
The planning approval rate near Becconsall is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Becconsall?
The most common type of planning application near Becconsall is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Becconsall?
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