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Planning in Buckley Hill

Approved
85%
28 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Sefton Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Buckley Hill

Postcode districts

L30 69 applications in the last 12 monthsL21 71 applications in the last 12 monthsL23 218 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Buckley Hill

Buckley Hill is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Buckley Hill 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 Buckley Hill 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, Buckley Hill 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 Buckley Hill, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Buckley Hill. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

The most common types were outline applications (10), full planning applications (8), advertising consent (3).

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 Buckley Hill?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Buckley Hill. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Buckley Hill?
The average planning decision time near Buckley Hill is 83 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 Buckley Hill?
The planning approval rate near Buckley Hill is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Buckley Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Buckley Hill is outline applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Buckley Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Buckley Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.