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44 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Freshfield · updated daily · Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Freshfield

Approved
88%
140 of 149 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Freshfield in the last 24 months, from Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Sefton Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Freshfield

Postcode districts

L37 268 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Freshfield

Freshfield is a northern area of Formby within the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton, Merseyside. It lacks distinct political representation and is integrated into the two council wards that comprise Formby, reflecting a seamless connection to the town. This integration may influence planning applications, as developments in Freshfield are assessed in the broader context of Formby's governance.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Freshfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Freshfield has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Freshfield 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 Freshfield, 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, 182 planning applications were submitted near Freshfield. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (62), tree works (29), discharge of conditions (28).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Freshfield?
In the last 24 months, 182 planning applications were submitted near Freshfield. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Freshfield?
The average planning decision time near Freshfield is 65 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 Freshfield?
The planning approval rate near Freshfield is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Freshfield?
The most common type of planning application near Freshfield is full planning applications, with 62 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Freshfield?
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