How long do planning decisions take near Cullybackey?

The average planning decision time near Cullybackey is 60 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 Cullybackey?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cullybackey?

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

How can I track planning applications near Cullybackey?

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Cullybackey, Ballymena Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cullybackey, Ballymena.

Ballymena · Northern Ireland · settlement

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About Cullybackey

Cullybackey, a prominent village in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, is situated approximately 3 miles north-west of Ballymena along the River Main. As part of the Mid and East Antrim district, it boasts a population of 2,614 according to the 2021 Census, making it a key area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid and East Antrim
Parliamentary constituency: East Antrim
LSOA: Braid_F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cullybackey.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cullybackey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Cullybackey.

- 158 Fenaghy Road Cullybackey Ballymena BT42 1DZ
Proposed Light Industrial Unit (Class B2)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid East Antrim | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Adjacent to 191 Old Cullybackey Road, Cullybackey, BT42 1BT
Proposed New Dwelling, with Associated Parking
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid East Antrim | Date: 2025-05-11
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A brief summary of Cullybackey in Ballymena

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

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Planning Activity in Cullybackey

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Cullybackey. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

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

At 60 days on average, decisions near Cullybackey slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Cullybackey were full planning applications (6), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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