Blackburn, Lancashire Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Lancashire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Discharge statutory biodiversity net gain condition pursuant to planning application 10/26/0145
Single storey rear extension
Discharge Condition No.21 "site investigation" pursuant to planning application 10/23/0479
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About Blackburn - Planning Applications & Local Development
Blackburn, an industrial town in Lancashire, serves as the administrative hub for the Blackburn with Darwen borough. Located north of the West Pennine Moors and on the southern edge of the Ribble Valley, it lies 8 miles east of Preston and 21 miles north-northwest of Manchester. As the second largest town in Lancashire, Blackburn is pivotal within the unitary authority area, which also includes the town of Darwen, making it a key location for planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 117,963 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Blackburn with Darwen district.
Blackburn covers an area of approximately 24.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Blackburn show an average sale price of £164,975, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Blackburn 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 (July 2026). This makes Blackburn 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, Blackburn 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.blackburn.gov.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Blackburn, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.