How long do planning decisions take near Chorley?

The average planning decision time near Chorley is 119 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 Chorley?

The planning approval rate near Chorley is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chorley?

The most common type of planning application near Chorley is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chorley?

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Chorley, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chorley, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chorley are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chorley

Chorley is a town located in Lancashire, England, serving as the administrative centre of the Borough of Chorley. Positioned 8 miles north of Wigan and 20 miles northwest of Manchester, the town has a rich history rooted in the cotton industry. As of 2020, Chorley had a population of 36,682, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and developments within the region.

District: Farewell and Chorley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £255,839 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lichfield
Parliamentary constituency: Lichfield
LSOA: Lichfield 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chorley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chorley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Chorley.

26/00607/FUL - Shute Hill Farm Shute Hill Chorley Lichfield Staffordshire WS13 8BZ
Demolition of the existing dwelling and associated outbuildings and the construction of a replacement dwelling and annexe.
Status: Undecided | Council: Lichfield | Date: 2026-05-29
- Ingle House Shute Hill Chorley Lichfield Staffordshire WS13 8BZ
Erection of side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Lichfield | Date: 2026-01-12
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- Cruckwood Ford Lane Chorley Lichfield Staffordshire WS13 8BY
Conversion of agricultural store to a 3 bedroom dwelling (self build) and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Lichfield | Date: 2025-09-01
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- Fairfield Ford Lane Chorley Lichfield Staffordshire WS13 8BY
Prior Notification: Single storey rear extension projecting 8m from the rear wall of the original dwelling and reaching a maximum height of 3.35m and eaves height of 2.60m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lichfield | Date: 2023-08-11
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- Little Pipe House Little Pipe Lane Lichfield Staffordshire WS13 8BS
Change of use from barn to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Lichfield | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of Chorley in Staffordshire

Property prices in Chorley show an average sale price of £255,839, 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 Chorley a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Chorley. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 119 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 Chorley.

With an average of 119 days, decisions near Chorley take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Chorley were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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