How long do planning decisions take near Birkacre?

The average planning decision time near Birkacre is 59 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 Birkacre?

The planning approval rate near Birkacre is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Birkacre?

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

How can I track planning applications near Birkacre?

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Birkacre, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Birkacre, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Birkacre are administered by Chorley Borough Council. View the full Chorley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £255,839 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chorley
Parliamentary constituency: Chorley
LSOA: Chorley 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Birkacre.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Birkacre based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Birkacre.

26/00548/FULHH - 4 The Willows Chorley PR7 3RQ
Two storey rear extension, internal alterations, material changes to the original house including replacement of windows, fascias & rainwater goods, rendering of house and detached garage, and adding
Status: Undecided | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-06-22
- 4 The Willows Chorley PR7 3RQ
Two storey rear extension, internal alterations, material changes to the original house including replacement of windows, fascias & rainwater goods, rendering of house and detached garage, and adding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-06-22
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- 39 The Oaks Chorley PR7 3QU
Conversion of existing integral garage to habitable accommodation; single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Tesco Express Eaves Green Road Chorley PR7 3PQ
Application to discharge condition 10 (landscaping) attached to planning permission ref. 24/01108/FUL (Erection of a neighbourhood convenience store)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Burgh Hall Farm Burgh Hall Road Chorley PR7 3PZ
Remedial works including: 1. Severe decay by wet rot fungus (Coniophora puteanea) to floor joists above cellar. 2. Treat accessible exposed timber surfaces in attic with insecticidal fluid following i
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Chorley | Date: 2025-10-02
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- 96 The Cedars Chorley PR7 3RL
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for a proposed part two storey, part single storey rear extension (following demolition of existing conservatory)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Chorley | Date: 2025-09-28
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A brief summary of Birkacre in Lancashire

Birkacre is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Birkacre show an average sale price of £255,839, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Birkacre a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Birkacre includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Birkacre

In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Birkacre. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Birkacre.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Birkacre slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Birkacre were full planning applications (12), outline applications (8), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 34% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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