How long do planning decisions take near Bescar?

The average planning decision time near Bescar is 58 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 Bescar?

The planning approval rate near Bescar is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bescar?

The most common type of planning application near Bescar is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bescar?

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Bescar, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bescar, Lancashire.

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About Bescar

Scarisbrick is a village and civil parish located in West Lancashire, England, with the A570 serving as the primary thoroughfare connecting Ormskirk and Southport. The layout of the village, predominantly along this main road, means it lacks a traditional village centre, although the junction with the A5147 is situated near its geographic heart. This unique configuration may influence planning considerations and development opportunities in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £382,800 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Lancashire
Parliamentary constituency: West Lancashire
LSOA: West Lancashire 003D

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 2
violent-crime: 2
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bescar.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bescar based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Bescar.

- 2 Bescar Brow Lane Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QG
Retrospective application to make amendments to existing timber garden fence. Works to reduce timber fence to 1.40m with hedging behind taking total height to 1.8m
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Land To The North Of Hall Road Scarisbrick Lancashire
Application for permission in principle for up to 9 dwelling houses.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 51 Hall Road Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QB
Willow tree to side/ rear of property - to fell completely as tree is too large for the plot as not been maintained for 15 years - concerns for health and saftey to neighbours and property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-10-02
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- 49 Hall Road Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QB
Oak tree to rear of 49 Hall Road - remove branches overhanging a garage to rear of 51 Hall Road as has damaged roof of garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-10-02
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- The Meadow Hillock Lane Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QA
The tree is a weeping willow located approximately 10m away from 3 homes. The current age is approximately 15 years old and has significantly increased in size within the last year. Currently the tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-06-18
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- 5 Bescar Brow Lane Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QG
Pine- Crown lift- 2 branches to be removed.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2023-08-18
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A brief summary of Bescar in Lancashire

Property prices in Bescar show an average sale price of £382,800, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Bescar is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Bescar 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 Bescar

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Bescar. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Bescar.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Bescar slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bescar were tree works (8), outline applications (5), full planning applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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