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Planning in Blaguegate

Approved
100%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Blaguegate

Postcode districts

WN8 231 applications in the last 12 monthsL40 301 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Lancashire Borough Council

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About Blaguegate

Lathom South, a civil parish in West Lancashire, England, is located near Ormskirk and Skelmersdale and includes the hamlets of Blaguegate and Scarth Hill. Established in 2007, the parish has historical connections to the neighbouring Lathom, and as of the 2011 census, it had a population of 657. This area may be of interest for planning applications due to its growing community and local governance.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Blaguegate 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 Blaguegate 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, Blaguegate 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 Blaguegate, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Blaguegate. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blaguegate?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Blaguegate. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Blaguegate?
The average planning decision time near Blaguegate is 81 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 Blaguegate?
The planning approval rate near Blaguegate is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blaguegate?
The most common type of planning application near Blaguegate is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blaguegate?
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