Great Altcar, Lancashire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Great Altcar, Lancashire.
Lancashire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Great Altcar are administered by West Lancashire Borough Council. View the full West Lancashire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Great Altcar
Great Altcar is a small village and civil parish in West Lancashire, located near Formby on the West Lancashire Coastal Plain. With a population of 213 as of the 2011 census, the village's name derives from Norse, meaning "marsh by the Alt." Notable for its historical architecture, the 1879 timber-framed church of St Michael and All Angels serves as a key landmark in the area, which may be relevant for planning applications concerning heritage and community development.
Population: 223 (2021)
District: West Lancashire
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Area Information
- Admin district: Sefton
- Parliamentary constituency: Sefton Central
- LSOA: Sefton 014D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Great Altcar.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Great Altcar.
- 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 Great Altcar based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Great Altcar.
- - 128 Lord Sefton Way Great Altcar Liverpool Lancashire L37 5AQ
Existing windows to be replaced with UPVC thermally efficient double glazed windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2024-12-16
View full details - - 3 Engine Lane Great Altcar Liverpool Lancashire L37 5AH
New thermally-efficient double glazed windows to replicate existing windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2024-12-16
View full details - - 1 Aspinall Crescent Great Altcar Liverpool Lancashire L37 5AJ
New Thermally Efficient Double Glazed Windows. Single Storey Extension to have a warm roof upgrade - will lift the roof line up by approx. 150mm. Solar PV Panels - 5 panels to the rear slope.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2024-12-16
View full details - - 53 Lord Sefton Way Great Altcar Liverpool Lancashire L37 5AB
A single storey extension to the rear of the building, adjoining the dwelling and existing outbuilding, with the addition of a open porch extension to the side.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2024-08-07
View full details - - 5 Engine Lane Great Altcar Liverpool Lancashire L37 5AH
Large Oak to front garden close to boundary with no. 7. It is the only oak tree there. The Birch is the tall skinny Birch next to the Oak tree.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2023-10-18
View full details - - Altcar Hall Farm 2 Lord Sefton Way Great Altcar Liverpool Lancashire L37 5AG
Application for Determination as to Whether Prior Approval is Required for Details - Agricultural building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2018-12-03
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A brief summary of Great Altcar in Lancashire
Great Altcar is a small village and civil parish in West Lancashire, located near Formby on the West Lancashire Coastal Plain. With a population of 213 as of the 2011 census, the village's name derives from Norse, meaning "marsh by the Alt." Notable for its historical architecture, the 1879 timber-framed church of St Michael and All Angels serves as a key landmark in the area, which may be relevant for planning applications concerning heritage and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 223 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Lancashire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Great Altcar a particularly low-crime area.
Great Altcar has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Great Altcar includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Downholland Moss SSSI. 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, Great Altcar 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 Great Altcar
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Great Altcar. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 119 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Great Altcar may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 119 days, decisions near Great Altcar take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Great Altcar were full planning applications (5), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 83% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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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.