How long do planning decisions take near Forton?

The average planning decision time near Forton is 55 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 Forton?

The planning approval rate near Forton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Forton?

The most common type of planning application near Forton is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Forton?

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Forton, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Forton, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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About Forton

Forton is a village and civil parish located in the Wyre district of Lancashire, close to the Forest of Bowland and the A6 road, which connects Lancaster and Garstang. With a population of 1,213 as of the 2011 census, Forton features essential amenities including Forton Primary School, several churches, and a local pub, the New Holly. This quaint village offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for planning applications.

Population: 1,483 (2021)

District: Wyre

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Area Information

Admin district: Ribble Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Ribble Valley
LSOA: Ribble Valley 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Forton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Forton.

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 Forton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Forton.

- Home Farm Stony Lane Clifton Hill Forton Preston Lancashire PR3 0AR
Listed Building Consent for proposed garage and accommodation following demolition of existing garage and store
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Wyre | Date: 2025-02-21
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A brief summary of Forton in Lancashire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Forton a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Forton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Forton. 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 Forton 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 Forton were outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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