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Planning in Ewood

Approved
80%
20 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ewood in the last 24 months, from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Blackburn with Darwen Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Ewood

Postcode districts

BB2 185 applications in the last 12 monthsBB3 101 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

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About Ewood

Ewood Park, located in Blackburn, Lancashire, is a prominent football stadium and the home of Blackburn Rovers, a founding member of both the Football League and Premier League since 1890. This all-seater facility boasts a capacity of 31,367 and includes four distinct sections: the Bryan Douglas Darwen End, the Ronnie Clayton Blackburn End, the Riverside Stand, and the Jack Walker Stand, named after a key club supporter. The pitch dimensions are 115 by 76 yards, making it a key venue for sports planning and development in the area.

Property prices in Ewood show an average sale price of £157,643, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ewood 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 (May 2026). This makes Ewood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ewood has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ewood 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ewood, 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 Ewood. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (7), amendments (5). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ewood?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Ewood. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ewood?
The average planning decision time near Ewood is 61 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 Ewood?
The planning approval rate near Ewood is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ewood?
The most common type of planning application near Ewood is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ewood?
You can search and track planning applications near Ewood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.