Fence, Lancashire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Fence, Lancashire.
Lancashire · England · settlement
About Fence
Fence is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Old Laund Booth in Pendle, Lancashire, England. Situated near the towns of Nelson and Burnley, it is easily accessible via the A6068, commonly referred to as the Padiham bypass. With a population of 1,586, Fence presents a small yet vibrant community, making it a relevant area for those interested in planning applications and local developments.
Population: 1,586
District: Old Laund Booth
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £144,576 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Ribble Valley
- Parliamentary constituency: Pendle and Clitheroe
- LSOA: Ribble Valley 005B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Fence.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Fence.
- 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 Fence based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Fence.
- - 9A Harpers Lane Fence Lancashire BB12 9PD
Full: Erection of a single storey front extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Pendle | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 25 St Annes Drive Fence Lancashire BB12 9DY
Full: Erection of a single storey side and rear extension with raised ridge height to create first floor accommodation, formation of rear patio terrace and widening of driveway to provide altered vehi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Pendle | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Higher Fencegate Farm Croft Top Lane Higham Lancashire BB12 9LY
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition: Discharge Condition 3 (Access), Condition 4 (Movement of vehicles), Condition 5 (Surface and Foul Water Drainage), Condition 7 (Planning Obligation pursuant
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Pendle | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 599 Wheatley Lane Road Fence Lancashire BB12 9EP
Full: Demolition of the existing porch and conservatory, erection of a new porch and garden room with altered vehicular access.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Pendle | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 499 Wheatley Lane Road Fence Lancashire BB12 9EB
Full: Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Pendle | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 5 Hoarstones Avenue Fence Lancashire BB12 9DZ
T1 Beech - Crown Reduce back from property by up to 1.5m and back to suitable growing points.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Pendle | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - 2 Wheatcroft Avenue Fence Lancashire BB12 9QL
Pruning of Beech and Lime trees.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Pendle | Date: 2024-04-15
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A brief summary of Fence in Lancashire
Fence is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Old Laund Booth in Pendle, Lancashire, England. Situated near the towns of Nelson and Burnley, it is easily accessible via the A6068, commonly referred to as the Padiham bypass. With a population of 1,586, Fence presents a small yet vibrant community, making it a relevant area for those interested in planning applications and local developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,586. It sits within the Old Laund Booth district.
Property prices in Fence show an average sale price of £144,576, 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 Fence a particularly low-crime area.
Fence has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Newchurch and Spenbrook, Sabden Fold. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Fence includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Forest Of Bowland. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fence 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.
Planning Activity in Fence
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Fence. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Fence may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Fence were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.