What is the planning approval rate near Belle Vale?

The planning approval rate near Belle Vale is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Belle Vale?

The most common type of planning application near Belle Vale is full planning applications, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Belle Vale, Merseyside Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Belle Vale, Merseyside.

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About Belle Vale

Belle Vale is a district located in south-east Liverpool, within Merseyside, England. It encompasses both Belle Vale and Netherley and is classified as a Liverpool City Council Ward, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments within the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Liverpool
Parliamentary constituency: Liverpool Garston
LSOA: Liverpool 046D

Crime Statistics

128 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 47
criminal-damage-arson: 13
anti-social-behaviour: 11
other-theft: 11
public-order: 10
shoplifting: 9
burglary: 6
drugs: 6
vehicle-crime: 6
possession-of-weapons: 4
other-crime: 3
bicycle-theft: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Belle Vale.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Belle Vale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Belle Vale.

- 15 Beechurst Road, Liverpool, L25 3PX
To erect a single storey extension to the front, incorporating a garage conversion and associated pitched roof
Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 41 Aldi Foodstore Ltd Gateacre Park Drive, Liverpool, L25 1PD
To install new plant and replace existing plant at rear, and install paladin fence to rear
Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 18 Meadow Oak Drive, Liverpool, L25 3SZ
To carry out tree works
Type: Trees | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-01-13
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- 121 Gateacre Park Drive, Liverpool, L25 4UE
To erect single storey side extension and alter fenestration following the removal of the existing garage door
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-10-06
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- 6d Grange Lane, Liverpool, L25 4SB
Application for a certificate of existing lawful development to alter front fenestration and convert garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-07-11
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- 4 Grange Way, Liverpool, L25 4SE
To erect single storey extension at side of property, and carry out alterations to the front boundary wall in conjunction with laying out of a new vehicular access to provide a relocated parking space
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2024-08-03
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- 16 Fieldfare Close, Liverpool, L25 4UB
To demolish existing garage extension to the side, erect a two storey extension to the side and erect a single storey extension to front / side linked to existing porch.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Belle Vale in Merseyside

The Belle Vale area recorded 128 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.

Belle Vale 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 Belle Vale

In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Belle Vale. Of these, 50% were approved.

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 Belle Vale.

The most common application types near Belle Vale were full planning applications (29), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 74% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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