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Planning in Downall Green

Approved
94%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Downall Green in the last 24 months, from St Helens Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Downall Green

Postcode districts

WN4 102 applications in the last 12 monthsWA9 137 applications in the last 12 monthsWA11 160 applications in the last 12 monthsWA8 161 applications in the last 12 monthsWA12 99 applications in the last 12 monthsWA10 199 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: St Helens Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Downall Green

Downall Green is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

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

The area around Downall Green has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Downall Green 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 Downall Green, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Downall Green. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (5), tree works (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Downall Green?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Downall Green. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Downall Green?
The average planning decision time near Downall Green is 71 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 Downall Green?
The planning approval rate near Downall Green is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Downall Green?
The most common type of planning application near Downall Green is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Downall Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Downall Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.