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Planning in Great Eccleston

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Great Eccleston in the last 24 months, from Wyre Borough Council's planning register.

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About Great Eccleston

Great Eccleston is a village and civil parish located in Lancashire, England, within the scenic Fylde coastal plain. Situated south of the River Wyre and the A586 road, it is approximately 10 miles upstream from Fleetwood. The population has shown a modest increase, with 1,473 residents recorded in the 2001 census and 1,486 in 2011, making it a small yet growing community relevant for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,777 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wyre district.

Property prices in Great Eccleston show an average sale price of £197,631, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Eccleston area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Eccleston 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Eccleston, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Great Eccleston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Eccleston?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Great Eccleston. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Eccleston?
The average planning decision time near Great Eccleston is 64 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 Great Eccleston?
The planning approval rate near Great Eccleston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Eccleston?
The most common type of planning application near Great Eccleston is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Eccleston?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Eccleston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.