Blundellsands, Merseyside Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Blundellsands, Merseyside.
Merseyside · England · settlement
About Blundellsands
Blundellsands, located in Crosby, Merseyside, emerged in the mid-19th century as an affluent suburb designed for wealthy Liverpool businessmen, courtesy of the Blundell family of Crosby Hall. This historical context may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area, reflecting its development and residential character.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Sefton
- Parliamentary constituency: Bootle
- LSOA: Sefton 028E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Blundellsands.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blundellsands.
- 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 Blundellsands based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Blundellsands.
- - The Blundellsands Classic 19 Blundellsands Road West Blundellsands L23 6BA
Section 211 notice to crown lift to 7 metres Acers (T1,T2,T3,T4), felling of Limes (T6,T7) felling Cherry (T8), felling Acer (T9) (Lies within Blundellsands Park Conservation Area)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Sefton | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - United Reformed Church 31 Warren Road Blundellsands L23 6UA
Approval of details reserved by condition 6 (acoustic ventilation scheme) attached to planning permission DC/2022/00890 approved 12.12.2022
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sefton | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 10 Ramleh Park Blundellsands L23 6YD
First floor balcony to the rear of the house, change a small downstairs window to small French doors at the rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 4 Devon Close Blundellsands L23 6XP
Extension to balcony, new bow window at first floor
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 16 Burbo Bank Road Blundellsands L23 6TH
Section 211 notice for the trimming of up to 2-3 feet for 6 No.Trees (T3,6, G1-4) and felling of 4.No Trees (T1,2,4,5) (Lies within the Blundellsands Park Conservation Area).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sefton | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 19 Gaywood Court Nicholas Road Blundellsands L23 6XN
Section 211 notice for the We wish to carry out light pruning of 2.No Trees by up to 1.5 meters (S1, S2) and pruning of 25.No Trees (T1 to T25) by up to 2.5 meters (Lies within the Blundellsands Park
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sefton | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 16 Ramleh Park Blundellsands L23 6YD
Variation of condition 2 pursuant to planning permission DC/2024/00356 approved 11.04.2024 to alter the dormer rooves from pitch to flat
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Sefton | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 10 Park Drive Blundellsands L23 6TW
Proposed first floor extension to form dressing room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - 7 Park Drive Blundellsands L23 6TN
Section 211 Notice of intent to carry out tree works to fell 1.No elm tree (Lies within Blundellsands Park Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sefton | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - 3 Park Drive Blundellsands L23 6TN
Section 211 Notice of intent to carry out tree works to reduce 9.No Poplar tree crowns by 30% crown (Lies within Blundellsands Park Conservation Area).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sefton | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - 52 Warren Road Blundellsands L23 6UF
Section 211 Notice to prune several trees (T1 40%-T2+G1 20%-G2 50%) (Lies within Blundellsands Park Conservation Area).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sefton | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 8 Devon Close Blundellsands L23 6XP
Approval of details reserved by condition 3 attached to planning permission DC/2024/00791 approved on 15/08/2024
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details - - 25 Warren Road Blundellsands L23 6UA
Section 211 Notice to crown reduce (T1) sycamore, (T2) Cypress, (T3) Cypress, (T4) Pine, (T5) Cedar by 3m and (T6) Horse Chestnut crown lift by 5m (Lies within Blundellsands Park Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-08-26
View full details - - 26 Mariners Road Blundellsands L23 6SX
Erection of a single storey pitched roof extension to the side, raised decking with handrail/balustrade, and construction of an access ramp to the rear of the dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-06-21
View full details - - 37 Dowhills Road Crosby L23 8SJ
Erection of single storey rear extension following demolition of the existing rear conservatory, dormer windows to the rear of the main dwelling house, conversion of the garage to a habitable room, si
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-05-29
View full details - - Ursuline Catholic Primary School Nicholas Road Blundellsands L23 6TT
Section 211 Notice of intent to carry out tree works to Fell several trees (T1-T6 &, T8) (Lies within Blundellsands Park Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - 26 St Anthonys Road Crosby L23 8TP
Erection of a single storey annexe in rear garden
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - Flat 1 Cap Martin 1 The Serpentine Blundellsands L23 6TD
Installation of glazed doors to the rear elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-01-30
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A brief summary of Blundellsands in Merseyside
Blundellsands, located in Crosby, Merseyside, emerged in the mid-19th century as an affluent suburb designed for wealthy Liverpool businessmen, courtesy of the Blundell family of Crosby Hall. This historical context may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area, reflecting its development and residential character.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blundellsands a particularly low-crime area.
Blundellsands has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Blundellsands Park, Waterloo. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Blundellsands includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sefton Coast SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Sefton Coast; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Liverpool Bay, Ribble & Alt Estuaries; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Ribble & Alt Estuaries. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blundellsands 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.
Planning Activity in Blundellsands
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Blundellsands. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Blundellsands may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Blundellsands were full planning applications (24), tree works (12), discharge of conditions (9). Full planning applications account for 51% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.