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Planning in Birkacre

Approved
77%
27 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Birkacre

Birkacre is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Birkacre 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 Birkacre a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Birkacre has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Birkacre 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 Birkacre, 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, 50 planning applications were submitted near Birkacre. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), outline applications (8), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Birkacre?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Birkacre. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Birkacre?
The average planning decision time near Birkacre is 60 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 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Birkacre?
You can search and track planning applications near Birkacre on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.