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Planning in Halton

Approved
87%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Halton in the last 24 months, from Lancaster City Council's planning register.

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About Halton

Halton-with-Aughton is a civil parish and electoral ward situated 3 miles east of Lancaster, England, along the north bank of the River Lune. The primary settlement is the village of Halton, with the parish extending to the hamlet of Aughton. Within the City of Lancaster district, Halton-with-Aughton has a population of 2,227, reflecting a decrease since 2001. This area may present various planning opportunities given its proximity to Lancaster and its evolving demographic landscape. It sits within the Halton-with-Aughton district.

Property prices in Halton show an average sale price of £228,659, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Halton 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 Halton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Halton has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Halton 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 Halton, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Halton. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Halton?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Halton. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Halton?
The average planning decision time near Halton is 43 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 Halton?
The planning approval rate near Halton is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Halton?
The most common type of planning application near Halton is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Halton?
You can search and track planning applications near Halton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.