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Planning in Crawshawbooth

Approved
93%
26 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 19 weeks
on average

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

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About Crawshawbooth

Crawshawbooth is a quaint village nestled on the edge of the Pennines in Lancashire, positioned just north of Rawtenstall and south of Loveclough. Set in the scenic Rossendale Valley, this area was historically an ancient royal hunting ground and is predominantly surrounded by farms and moorland, making it a unique location for planning applications related to rural development and conservation. It sits within the Rossendale district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crawshawbooth 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 Crawshawbooth, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Crawshawbooth. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 134 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), outline applications (5), tree works (5).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Crawshawbooth?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Crawshawbooth. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Crawshawbooth?
The average planning decision time near Crawshawbooth is 134 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 Crawshawbooth?
The planning approval rate near Crawshawbooth is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Crawshawbooth?
The most common type of planning application near Crawshawbooth is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Crawshawbooth?
You can search and track planning applications near Crawshawbooth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.