How long do planning decisions take near Bowker's Green?

The average planning decision time near Bowker's Green is 63 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 Bowker's Green?

The planning approval rate near Bowker's Green is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bowker's Green?

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

How can I track planning applications near Bowker's Green?

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Bowker's Green, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bowker's Green, Lancashire.

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About Bowker's Green

Bowker's Green is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the West Lancashire district of England. Nestled between Ormskirk and Maghull, it lies approximately 10 miles north of Liverpool and 20 miles south-west of Preston, making it an accessible location for potential planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £354,210 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Lancashire
Parliamentary constituency: West Lancashire
LSOA: West Lancashire 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bowker's Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bowker's Green.

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 Bowker's Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bowker's Green.

- Derby Arms Prescot Road Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 6TA
Variation of condition no. 2 of planning permission 2023/0081/FUL relating to the approved plans.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-09-17
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A brief summary of Bowker's Green in Lancashire

Property prices in Bowker's Green show an average sale price of £354,210, 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 Bowker's Green a particularly low-crime area.

Bowker's Green has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

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Planning Activity in Bowker's Green

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bowker's Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bowker's Green may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Bowker's Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bowker's Green were full planning applications (3), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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