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Planning in Brighton le Sands

Approved
89%
74 of 80 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brighton le Sands in the last 24 months, from Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Brighton le Sands

Brighton le Sands is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Brighton le Sands 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 Brighton le Sands a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Brighton le Sands has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brighton le Sands 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 Brighton le Sands, 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, 103 planning applications were submitted near Brighton le Sands. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), discharge of conditions (12), tree works (10).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brighton le Sands?
In the last 24 months, 103 planning applications were submitted near Brighton le Sands. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brighton le Sands?
The average planning decision time near Brighton le Sands is 68 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 Brighton le Sands?
The planning approval rate near Brighton le Sands is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brighton le Sands?
The most common type of planning application near Brighton le Sands is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brighton le Sands?
You can search and track planning applications near Brighton le Sands on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.