How long do planning decisions take near Carleton?

The average planning decision time near Carleton is 32 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 Carleton?

The planning approval rate near Carleton is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Carleton?

The most common type of planning application near Carleton is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Carleton?

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Carleton, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Carleton, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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About Carleton

Carleton is a village located on the Fylde coastal plain in the Borough of Wyre, Lancashire, comprising Great Carleton, Little Carleton, Norcross, and Whiteholme. Positioned near Poulton-le-Fylde, it is also in close proximity to Thornton, Bispham, and Blackpool, with the Borough of Blackpool immediately to the west. Historically part of the parish of Poulton-le-Fylde, Carleton presents a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for planning applications.

District: Wyre

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £274,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wyre
Parliamentary constituency: Fylde
LSOA: Wyre 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Carleton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Carleton.

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 Carleton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Carleton.

- Blackpool Road Poulton Le Fylde FY6 7QH
Telecommunication notification for 10m telegraph pole.
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Wyre | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 171 Blackpool Road Poulton-Le-Fylde Lancashire FY6 7QH
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed single storey ground floor extension and first floor dormer extension following demolition of existing side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wyre | Date: 2025-11-07
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- Land At 151-157 Blackpool Road Poulton Le Fylde Lancashire FY6 7QH
Telecommunications notification for the erection of 2.no 10m telegraph poles
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Wyre | Date: 2025-08-08
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- Land South Of Blackpool Road Poulton-Le-Fylde Lancashire
Application for full planning permission for the construction of a temporary access to support the construction of a residential development for a five year period
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wyre | Date: 2024-12-23
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A brief summary of Carleton in Lancashire

Property prices in Carleton show an average sale price of £274,990, 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 Carleton a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Carleton

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Carleton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Carleton.

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Carleton were outline applications (4), full planning applications (3), telecoms (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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