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Planning in Burscough Bridge

Approved
89%
47 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

Decided by West Lancashire Borough CouncilCouncil page

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About Burscough Bridge

Burscough Bridge is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Burscough Bridge 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 Burscough Bridge 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, Burscough Bridge 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 Burscough Bridge, 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, 64 planning applications were submitted near Burscough Bridge. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), tree works (12), outline applications (8). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burscough Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Burscough Bridge. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burscough Bridge?
The average planning decision time near Burscough Bridge is 85 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 Burscough Bridge?
The planning approval rate near Burscough Bridge is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burscough Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near Burscough Bridge is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burscough Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Burscough Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.