Blackburn, South Yorkshire Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Blackburn, South Yorkshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from South Yorkshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Alterations and change of use of office/workshop building to form 4 apartments (Use Class C3), including the formation of a covered entrance porch, removal of external staircase, parking, cycle and bin storage, EV charging points and landscaping works
Demolition of building
Demolition of building
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About Blackburn - Planning Applications & Local Development
Blackburn, located in Lancashire, England, serves as the administrative centre for the Blackburn with Darwen borough. Positioned north of the West Pennine Moors and at 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 plays a pivotal role in the region's planning and development activities.
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.
The area around Blackburn has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
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.
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.