How long do planning decisions take near Eccleston?

The average planning decision time near Eccleston is 56 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 Eccleston?

The planning approval rate near Eccleston is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Eccleston?

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

How can I track planning applications near Eccleston?

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Eccleston, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eccleston, Lancashire.

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About Eccleston

Eccleston is a village and civil parish located in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire, England, nestled alongside the River Yarrow. Historically, it transitioned from an agricultural community to a centre for weaving, making it a unique area for planning applications related to heritage and development in a picturesque rural setting.

Population: 4,520 (2021)

District: Chorley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £212,940 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chorley
Parliamentary constituency: Chorley
LSOA: Chorley 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Eccleston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eccleston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Eccleston.

- Craiglands 130 The Green Eccleston Chorley PR7 5SB
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for a proposed rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-02-27
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A brief summary of Eccleston in Lancashire

Property prices in Eccleston show an average sale price of £212,940, 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 Eccleston a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Eccleston includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Eccleston

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Eccleston. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Eccleston.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Eccleston were full planning applications (6), outline applications (4), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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