How long do planning decisions take near Ellel?

The average planning decision time near Ellel is 30 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 Ellel?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ellel?

The most common type of planning application near Ellel is amendment applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ellel?

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Ellel, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ellel, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ellel are administered by Lancaster City Council. View the full Lancaster City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ellel

Ellel is a civil parish and village located in the City of Lancaster, Lancashire, with a population of 4,895 as of the 2011 census, reflecting significant growth from 2,521 in 2001. The parish encompasses the villages of Bay Horse, Galgate, and Hampson Green, along with a portion of Dolphinholme, making it a diverse area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 4,806 (2021)

District: Lancaster

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £228,659 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lancaster
Parliamentary constituency: Lancaster and Wyre
LSOA: Lancaster 019B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ellel.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ellel based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ellel.

- Ward Mill Cottage Chapel Lane Ellel Lancaster Lancashire LA2 0PN
Proposed lawful development certificate for the siting of a mobile home on residential land for ancillary residential use
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2026-06-22
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A brief summary of Ellel in Lancashire

Property prices in Ellel show an average sale price of £228,659, 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 Ellel a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ellel includes 3 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 Ellel

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Ellel. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

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

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ellel were amendments (4), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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