Search Darwen planning applications

38 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Darwen · updated daily · Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 38 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Former Perspex International Orchard Mill Duckworth Street Darwen BB3 1ATAwaiting decisionHybrid planning application consisting of a) full planning application for erection of 1no. retail unit (Use Class E) along with access and servicing arrangements, car parking, landscaping, sprinkler tanks and pump house, condenser units and plant enclosure, external display area and associated works; and b) outline planning application for up to 2,900 square meters of floorspace within Use Class E(a) with all matters reserved save for detailed access arrangementsFull Planning Application/Outline Planning ApplicationReceived week of 19 Oct 202610/26/0898
22 Cloister Drive, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen, BB3 3JXAwaiting decisionNon-material amendment pursuant to planning application 10/26/0208 "Erection of part single storey part two storey rear extension with raised decking area, front extension and internal alterations' - amend the description to read ‘Erection of single storey storey rear extension with raised decking area, front extension and internal alterations' and to vary condition No.2 (drawings)Non-Material AmendmentReceived week of 19 Oct 202610/26/0910
16 Bank Street, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen, BB3 3HEAwaiting decisionProposed change of use of residential dwelling (Use Class C3) to 4 self-contained flats (Use Class C3) with installation of a lightwellReceived week of 5 Oct 202610/26/0802
Sunnyhurst Stores, 99 Hindle Street, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen, BB3 1NFApprovedProposed erection of a collection facility within the curtilage of a shopPrior Approval - Collection Facility within the Curtilage of a ShopReceived week of 28 Sep 2026Decided 9 Nov 202610/26/0837
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio, 19 Police Street, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen, BB3 1AFAwaiting decision2 x fascia signsAdvertisement ApplicationReceived week of 28 Sep 202610/26/0860

Planning in Darwen

Approved: 87%; 27 of 30 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

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

Decided by Blackburn with Darwen Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Darwen

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BB3 101 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

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About Darwen

Darwen is a vibrant market town and civil parish located within the Blackburn with Darwen borough in Lancashire, England, with a population of 28,046 as of the 2011 census. Known for its community spirit, residents are referred to as "Darreners." The town is strategically positioned along the A666 road, providing essential connections to Blackburn, Bolton, and Pendlebury, approximately 18 miles north-west of Manchester. Darwen is divided into four wards and boasts its own town council, making it a key area for those researching planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 28,124 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Blackburn with Darwen district.

Darwen covers an area of approximately 7.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Darwen show an average sale price of £191,229, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Darwen 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 Darwen a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Darwen has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Darwen 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Darwen, 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, 58 planning applications were submitted near Darwen. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (22), full planning applications (10), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Darwen?

In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Darwen. The approval rate is 87%.

How long do planning decisions take near Darwen?

The average planning decision time near Darwen is 62 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 Darwen?

The planning approval rate near Darwen is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Darwen?

The most common type of planning application near Darwen is discharge of conditions, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Darwen?

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