How long do planning decisions take near Digmoor?

The average planning decision time near Digmoor 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 Digmoor?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Digmoor?

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

How can I track planning applications near Digmoor?

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Digmoor, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Digmoor, Lancashire.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £174,789 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Lancashire
Parliamentary constituency: West Lancashire
LSOA: West Lancashire 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Digmoor.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Digmoor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Digmoor.

- Asco (UK) 2 Pit Hey Place West Pimbo Up Holland Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9PG
Application for determination as to whether prior approval is required for the demolition of Steel frame building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-02-20
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- Allied Business Centre 1 Potter Place West Pimbo Up Holland Lancashire WN8 9PH
Variation of conditions 2,18 and 20 of planning permission 2023/0917/FUL in regards to approved plans, landscaping and access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Allied Business Centre 1 Potter Place West Pimbo Up Holland Lancashire WN8 9PH
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition No.9 of planning permission 2023/0917/FUL relating to Drainage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-12-15
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- Allied Business Centre 1 Potter Place West Pimbo Up Holland Lancashire WN8 9PH
Approval of details reserved by condition no's 9 & 12 of planning permission 2023/0917/FUL relating to Construction Surface Water Management Plan and a Construction Method Statement.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-10-22
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- Walkers Snack Foods Ltd Pennine Place West Pimbo Up Holland Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9QF
Modular building extension for office use. Extension to be modular system with small link corridor to main building. Additional single personnel door to the exterior.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-01-22
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- Walkers Snack Foods Ltd Pennine Place West Pimbo Up Holland Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9QF
Lean to extension to house air compressors and associated equipment. Extension to be steel framed with cladding to sides and roof. Roller shutter doors to the front for equipment/pedestrian access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2024-09-13
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A brief summary of Digmoor in Lancashire

Digmoor is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Digmoor show an average sale price of £174,789, 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 Digmoor a particularly low-crime area.

Digmoor 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.

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

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Digmoor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Digmoor slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Digmoor were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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