How long do planning decisions take near Blackpool?

The average planning decision time near Blackpool is 44 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 Blackpool?

The planning approval rate near Blackpool is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blackpool?

The most common type of planning application near Blackpool is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blackpool?

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Blackpool, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blackpool, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · Town

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

About Blackpool

Blackpool is a vibrant seaside town in Lancashire, England, situated on the Irish Sea coast of the Fylde peninsula. Approximately 27 miles north of Liverpool and 14 miles west of Preston, it serves as the principal settlement of the borough of Blackpool, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £147,915 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Blackpool
Parliamentary constituency: Blackpool South
LSOA: Blackpool 008D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Blackpool based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Blackpool.

26/0320 - BLACKPOOL NORTH STATION, TALBOT ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY1 2AB
Display non illuminated double sided freestanding sign.
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2026-06-25
26/0303 - 12 & 12A LINCOLN ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY1 4HB
Use of premises as two self-contained permanent residential flats. (Certificate of Lawfulness Exi...
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2026-06-09
26/0292 - 75-77 CAUNCE STREET, BLACKPOOL, FY1 3NE
Erection of new shop front and external roller shutter.
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2026-05-22
26/0271 - 3 WHITEGATE DRIVE, BLACKPOOL, FY3 9AE
Non-material amendment to planning application 25/0405 to allow the removal of internal wall to c...
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2026-05-07
26/0267 - LAND TO NORTH EAST OF BLACKPOOL NORTH TRAIN STATION CAR PARK, TALBOT ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY1 3EZ
Discharge of condition 19 (Lighting) attached to planning permission 24/0215
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2026-05-06
26/0213 - 16 MAPLE AVENUE, BLACKPOOL, FY3 9BJ
Use of premises as single dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2026-05-06
- STANLEY BUILDINGS, CHURCH STREET, BLACKPOOL, FY1 3DN
Discharge of condition 5(a) (Cycle Parking ) attached to planning permission 24/0277
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2025-07-18
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- 46 BUCHANAN STREET, BLACKPOOL, FY1 3LQ
Removal of front wall and gate to provide crossing over footway for vehicular access
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2024-08-09
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- 108 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY3 8AN
Erection of new jet wash canopy with jet wash units, solar panels, vending machine and associated car park alterations.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Blackpool in Lancashire

Property prices in Blackpool show an average sale price of £147,915, 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 Blackpool a particularly low-crime area.

Blackpool has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stanley Park, Town Centre, Foxhall, North Promenade, Raikes Hall, Layton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Blackpool

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Blackpool. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 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 Blackpool.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Blackpool were full planning applications (6), amendments (2), advertising consent (2). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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