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Planning in Euxton

Approved
91%
51 of 56 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Euxton

Euxton is a civil parish and village located in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire, with an estimated population of approximately 14,000, reflecting recent housing developments, particularly in areas like Buckshaw. Nestled to the west of Chorley and south of Clayton-le-Woods, Euxton's growth presents various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 14,066 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chorley district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Euxton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Euxton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Euxton 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 Euxton, 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, 68 planning applications were submitted near Euxton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (14), outline applications (5).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Euxton?
In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Euxton. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Euxton?
The average planning decision time near Euxton is 52 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 Euxton?
The planning approval rate near Euxton is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Euxton?
The most common type of planning application near Euxton is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Euxton?
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