How long do planning decisions take near Common Edge?

The average planning decision time near Common Edge is 86 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 Common Edge?

The planning approval rate near Common Edge is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Common Edge?

The most common type of planning application near Common Edge is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Common Edge?

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Common Edge, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Common Edge, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £138,323 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Blackpool
Parliamentary constituency: Blackpool South
LSOA: Blackpool 017B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Common Edge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Common Edge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Common Edge.

- 369 SQUIRES GATE LANE, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3RQ
Single storey side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2026-01-30
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- SOUTHGATE, BENNETTS LANE, BLACKPOOL, FY4 5BE
Erection of a detached dwelling house with associated landscaping and vehicular access onto Bennetts Lane.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2024-10-31
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- 95 FARINGDON AVENUE, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3QT
Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Blackpool | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Common Edge in Lancashire

Common Edge is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Common Edge show an average sale price of £138,323, 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 Common Edge a particularly low-crime area.

Common Edge has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Marton Moss. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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, Common Edge 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 Common Edge

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Common Edge. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 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 Common Edge.

The average decision period of 86 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Common Edge were full planning applications (6), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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