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Planning in Cliffe

Approved
75%
18 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cliffe in the last 24 months, from Hyndburn Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Cliffe

Postcode districts

BB6 70 applications in the last 12 monthsBB1 223 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Hyndburn Borough Council

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About Cliffe

Cliffe is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cliffe 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 Cliffe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cliffe has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cliffe 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 Cliffe, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Cliffe. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cliffe?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Cliffe. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cliffe?
The average planning decision time near Cliffe is 55 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 Cliffe?
The planning approval rate near Cliffe is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cliffe?
The most common type of planning application near Cliffe is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cliffe?
You can search and track planning applications near Cliffe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.