Dangerous Corner, Lancashire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dangerous Corner, Lancashire.
Lancashire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Dangerous Corner are administered by Blackburn With Darwen Borough Council. View the full Blackburn With Darwen Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Dangerous Corner
Dangerous Corner, a 1932 play by J.B. Priestley, is notable for being the first of his "Time Plays." Premiering at the Lyric Theatre in London under the direction of Tyrone Guthrie, it explores themes of time and choice, and was later adapted into a film in 1934. This cultural landmark offers insight into the historical context of Dangerous Corner, which may be relevant for planning applications related to heritage and community engagement in the area of Lancashire.
Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Dangerous Corner.
Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £216,293 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wigan
- Parliamentary constituency: Wigan
- LSOA: Wigan 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dangerous Corner.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dangerous Corner.
- 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 Dangerous Corner based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Dangerous Corner.
- 2026/0563/LDP - 7 Skull House Lane Appley Bridge Wigan Lancashire WN6 9DR
Certificate of Lawfulness for a Proposed rear facing dormer, proposed single storey rear extension and proposed detached single garage to the rear.
Status: Undecided | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-07-06 - - Wrightington Hospital Hall Lane Wrightington Wigan Lancashire WN6 9EP
Application for determination as to whether prior approval of details is required for the Installation of a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system across three existing buildings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - 2026/0530/PNR - Wrightington Hospital Hall Lane Wrightington Wigan Lancashire WN6 9EP
Application for determination as to whether prior approval of details is required for the Installation of a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system across three existing buildings.
Status: Undecided | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-06-23 - - 33 Skull House Lane Appley Bridge Wigan Lancashire WN6 9DR
Proposed 2 storey side extension and new porch to replace existing.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Land At Blackthorn House Skull House Lane Appley Bridge Lancashire WN6 9DB
Proposed Erection of a Block of 7no Commercial Units (1no B8 unit above 6no flexible use units for B2/E(g)/B8 with ancillary retail)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Wrightington Hospital Hall Lane Wrightington Wigan Lancashire WN6 9EP
Application for determination as to whether prior approval of details is required for the proposed installation of a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system on the existing building, comprising 254 JA
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-11-11
View full details - - Ashurst Hall Lane Wrightington Wigan Lancashire WN6 9EL
Removal of Condition 4 (approved plans) from pp 2025/0295/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - 10 Finch Lane Appley Bridge Wigan Lancashire WN6 9DT
Single storey front and side extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-06-02
View full details - - Wrightington Hospital Hall Lane Wrightington Wigan Lancashire WN6 9EP
Listed Building Consent - Alterations to 4no. existing windows to Wrightington Hall to install ventilation louvres in relation to upgrade and refurbishment works to the existing Bioskills Laboratory.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-02-07
View full details - - 156 Appley Lane North Appley Bridge Wigan Lancashire WN6 9DX
Non-material amendments to planning permission 2023/0302/FUL - Roof Type and Windows.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2023-10-18
View full details - - Robin Nook 2 Robin Hood Lane Wrightington Wigan Lancashire WN6 9QG
Removal of an existing single storey pitched roof over the kitchen area and replacement flat roof with walk out area and glazed balustrade with dwarf parapet wall.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2023-04-01
View full details
Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.
A brief summary of Dangerous Corner in Lancashire
Dangerous Corner, a 1932 play by J.B. Priestley, is notable for being the first of his "Time Plays." Premiering at the Lyric Theatre in London under the direction of Tyrone Guthrie, it explores themes of time and choice, and was later adapted into a film in 1934. This cultural landmark offers insight into the historical context of Dangerous Corner, which may be relevant for planning applications related to heritage and community engagement in the area of Lancashire.
Property prices in Dangerous Corner show an average sale price of £216,293, 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 Dangerous Corner a particularly low-crime area.
Dangerous Corner has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Dangerous Corner includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dangerous Corner 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 Dangerous Corner
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Dangerous Corner. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Dangerous Corner maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Dangerous Corner were full planning applications (9), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Robin Hood planning applications
- Appley Bridge planning applications
- Hunger Hill planning applications
- Shevington Vale planning applications
- Shevington Moor planning applications
- High Moor planning applications
- Mossy Lea planning applications
- Holland Lees planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.