How long do planning decisions take near Earby?

The average planning decision time near Earby is 34 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 Earby?

The planning approval rate near Earby is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Earby?

The most common type of planning application near Earby is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Earby, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Earby, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · Town

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About Earby

Earby is a civil parish and town located in the Borough of Pendle, Lancashire, England, with a population of 4,538 as per the 2011 census. Nestled within the historic West Riding of Yorkshire, it has been governed by Lancashire County Council since 1974, proudly maintaining its Yorkshire heritage. The town lies 5 miles north of Colne, 7 miles south-west of Skipton, and 11 miles north-east of Burnley, making it a strategic location for planning applications and developments in the region.

Population: 4,413 (2021)

District: Pendle

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £170,604 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Pendle
Parliamentary constituency: Pendle and Clitheroe
LSOA: Pendle 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Earby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Earby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Earby.

- Development Site At Former Brook Shed New Road Earby Lancashire
Non- Material Amendment: Demolition of existing electricity substation, erection of a replacement substation and the provision of landscaped open space in place of existing substation of Planning Perm
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Pendle | Date: 2026-04-08
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- Land To The South East Of 26 To 28 Barnwood Road Earby Lancashire
Permission in Principle: Erection of 2 No. dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Pendle | Date: 2026-02-18
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- The Old Grammar School School Lane Earby Lancashire BB18 6QF
Listed Building Consent: Re-slating of existing roof and rebuilding of eastern garden wall.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Pendle | Date: 2025-12-16
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- Dane Cottage Old Lane Earby Lancashire BB18 6QG
Crown lift one sycamore and two lime trees to a height of 4 meters over the property boundary
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Pendle | Date: 2025-03-04
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- 9 Shaw Square Water Street Earby Lancashire BB18 6SF
Proposed works to a tree within a conservation area- 1 Hornbeam to the rear-pollard to original points and thin lower branches.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Pendle | Date: 2025-02-01
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- Joiners Cottage 28A Aspen Lane Earby Lancashire
Full: Erection of a garage and the demolition of a section of existing building to create new site access.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Pendle | Date: 2024-09-07
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- The Workshop Cemetery Road Earby Lancashire BB18 6QX
Full: Change of use from workshop to beauty salon (Sui Generis) with associated external alterations to front window and door.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Pendle | Date: 2024-03-20
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- West Craven Business Park West Craven Drive Earby Barnoldswick Lancashire BB18 6JZ
Prior Approval Notification (Solar Panels): Installation of photovoltaic solar panels to pitched roof areas.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Pendle | Date: 2023-08-17
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A brief summary of Earby in Lancashire

Property prices in Earby show an average sale price of £170,604, 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 Earby a particularly low-crime area.

Earby has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Earby, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Earby

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Earby. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Earby maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Earby were tree works (3), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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