How long do planning decisions take near Blacko?

The average planning decision time near Blacko is 41 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blacko?

The most common type of planning application near Blacko is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Blacko, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blacko, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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About Blacko

Blacko is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Pendle district of Lancashire, England, with a population of 672. Situated along the historic turnpike road from Nelson to Gisburn (A682), the village boasts scenic views of Boulsworth Hill to the southeast and Pendle Hill to the west, across the picturesque Pendle Water valley. Its proximity to the former cotton town of Nelson, just two miles to the south, adds to its appeal for those exploring planning applications in the area.

Population: 599 (2021)

District: Pendle

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £157,297 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Pendle
Parliamentary constituency: Pendle and Clitheroe
LSOA: Pendle 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blacko.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Blacko based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Blacko.

- 388 Gisburn Road Blacko Lancashire BB9 6LS
Full: Demolition of existing garage and the erection of a single storey side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Pendle | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Spout House Farm Gisburn Road Blacko Lancashire BB9 6LZ
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition: Discharge Condition 3 (Materials), Condition 4 (Foul and Surface Water Drainage Scheme), Condition 7 (Electric Vehicle Charging Point) and Condition 9 (Const
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Pendle | Date: 2025-06-12
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A brief summary of Blacko in Lancashire

Property prices in Blacko show an average sale price of £157,297, 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 Blacko a particularly low-crime area.

Blacko has one conservation area within its boundaries: Higherford. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Blacko includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Forest Of Bowland. 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 Blacko

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Blacko. The average decision time was 41 days.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Blacko were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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