Search Drummersdale planning applications

29 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Drummersdale · updated daily · West Lancashire Borough Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 29 · received or decided in the last 12 months

3 St Elizabeths House Clyffes Farm Close Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9ADAwaiting decisionExtending existing fence to property boundary to within 1m of roadway at height of 1.8m.Received 28 Oct 20262026/0888/FUL
Scarisbrick Park Farm Scarisbrick Park Scarisbrick Lancashire L40 9RZAwaiting decisionApplication for Permission in Principle - Conversion of an existing farm Building to form up to 9 dwellingsReceived 8 Oct 20262026/0849/PIP
Into The Ark Forest School Dam Wood Hall Road Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QDApprovedTree A - Silver Birch removal. Tree B - Silver Birch removal.Received 17 Sep 2026Decided 26 Oct 2026T/2026/0102/TPO
The Barn Scarisbrick Park Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9RZApprovedTo fell the Silver Birch Tree. The tree has clearly died and large pieces of its branches are now falling into the garden and parking area causing a risk of injury and damage. Advice has been sought from a tree surgeon (Stumps Away, Southport)Received 14 Sep 2026Decided 6 Oct 2026T/2026/0070/TCA
St Elizabeths RC Church Hall Road Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QEAwaiting decisionT1 - Ash Tree early stages of ADB tree to be removed T2 Lime Tree - Crown lift reduce laterally and remove deadwoodTreesReceived 25 Aug 2026T/2026/0095/TPO

Planning in Drummersdale

Approved: 74%; 17 of 21 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Drummersdale in the last 24 months, from West Lancashire Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Drummersdale

Postcode districts

L40 301 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: West Lancashire Borough Council

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About Drummersdale

Drummersdale is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Scarisbrick in West Lancashire, England. This charming community offers a unique rural setting, making it an interesting area for those researching planning applications and developments in the region. It sits within the Scarisbrick district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Drummersdale 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 Drummersdale, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Drummersdale. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), outline applications (6), full planning applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Drummersdale?

In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Drummersdale. The approval rate is 74%.

How long do planning decisions take near Drummersdale?

The average planning decision time near Drummersdale is 70 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 Drummersdale?

The planning approval rate near Drummersdale is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Drummersdale?

The most common type of planning application near Drummersdale is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Drummersdale?

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