How long do planning decisions take near Catforth?

The average planning decision time near Catforth is 20 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 Catforth?

The planning approval rate near Catforth is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Catforth?

The most common type of planning application near Catforth is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Catforth?

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Catforth, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Catforth, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Catforth are administered by Preston City Council. View the full Preston City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Catforth

Catforth is a village located in the civil parish of Woodplumpton within the City of Preston district of Lancashire, England. The village features a community hall, a Roman Catholic church, and a primary school, all situated along its main thoroughfare, Catforth Road. Although The Running Pump pub has closed, the village remains a focal point for local activities and community engagement, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments.

District: Preston

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Area Information

Admin district: Preston
Parliamentary constituency: Ribble Valley
LSOA: Preston 002F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Catforth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Catforth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Catforth.

06/2014/0575 - Harrison House Farm Benson Lane Catforth Preston Lancashire PR4 0HY
Variation of condition no.4 attached to planning application 06/2011/0131 to allow unrestricted time periods for holiday lettings
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Preston | Date: 2014-07-29
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A brief summary of Catforth in Lancashire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Catforth a particularly low-crime area.

Catforth 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Catforth 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.

Planning Activity in Catforth

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Catforth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 20 days.

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

The average decision time of 20 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Catforth were full planning applications (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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