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Planning in Fairfield

Approved
52%
23 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 16 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Fairfield in the last 24 months, from Liverpool City Council's planning register.

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Around Fairfield

Postcode districts

L6 93 applications in the last 12 monthsL7 96 applications in the last 12 monthsL13 82 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Liverpool City Council

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About Fairfield

Fairfield is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fairfield 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 Fairfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fairfield 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 Fairfield, 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, 153 planning applications were submitted near Fairfield. Of these, 52% were approved, with an average decision time of 113 days.

The most common types were outline applications (50), full planning applications (20), discharge of conditions (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fairfield?
In the last 24 months, 153 planning applications were submitted near Fairfield. The approval rate is 52%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fairfield?
The average planning decision time near Fairfield is 113 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 Fairfield?
The planning approval rate near Fairfield is 52%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fairfield?
The most common type of planning application near Fairfield is outline applications, with 50 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fairfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Fairfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.