Ford, Merseyside Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ford, Merseyside.
Merseyside · England · settlement
About Ford
Ford is an area and electoral ward located in the borough of Sefton, Merseyside, England, with a population of 12,731 according to the 2011 census. This vibrant community may present various opportunities for planning applications and developments in the region.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Sefton
- Parliamentary constituency: Bootle
- LSOA: Sefton 024B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ford.
- 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 Ford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Ford.
- - Hand Car Wash 117 Sefton Road Litherland
Change of use from a shop and existing car showroom to a Pilates room, reception, car wash and car wash waiting area
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - 57 Sonning Avenue Litherland L21 9JG
Certificate of lawfulness for confirmation that planning permission DC/2022/01853 approved on 08.12.2022 has been implemented.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sefton | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - - 29B Litherland Park Litherland L21 9HP
Erection of a two storey extension to the front, part two storey/part single storey extension to the side, creation of additional storey at first floor level and alterations to elevations of the dwell
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-09-16
View full details - - 63 Alwyn Avenue Litherland L21 9NY
Erection of a two storey extension to the side and rear and erection of a single storey extension to the rear of the dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - 105 Field Lane Litherland L21 9QB
Erection of a single storey extension to the rear of the dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Sefton | Date: 2023-12-08
View full details - - Telecommunication Streetworks Site Gorsey Lane Litherland
Prior notification procedure for the installation of a 20m high mast supporting 6 no. antennas, 2 No. 0.3m dishes and ancillary equipment and the installation of 2 No. equipment cabinets, a meter cabi
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Sefton | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Ford in Merseyside
Ford is an area and electoral ward located in the borough of Sefton, Merseyside, England, with a population of 12,731 according to the 2011 census. This vibrant community may present various opportunities for planning applications and developments in the region.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ford a particularly low-crime area.
Ford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Waterloo Park, Christ Church. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ford 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 Ford
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Ford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Ford were full planning applications (11), outline applications (10), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Litherland planning applications
- Waterloo Park planning applications
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- Orrell planning applications
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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.