How long do planning decisions take near Heskin Green?

The average planning decision time near Heskin Green is 37 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 Heskin Green?

The planning approval rate near Heskin Green is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Heskin Green?

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

How can I track planning applications near Heskin Green?

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Heskin Green, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Heskin Green, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Heskin Green are administered by Chorley Borough Council. View the full Chorley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Heskin Green

Heskin Green is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire. As recorded in the 2021 Census, it has a growing population of 906 residents, up from 898 in 2011. This small community offers a unique perspective for those interested in planning applications and local development within the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £255,839 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chorley
Parliamentary constituency: Chorley
LSOA: Chorley 014C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Heskin Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Heskin Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Heskin Green.

- Land Adjacent To Withington Lane Heskin
Reserved matters application detailing access, appearance, layout and scale pursuant to outline planning permission ref: 25/00383/OUT (Outline application for the erection of one detached dwelling wit
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-06-25
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- Walmsleys Barn Wood Lane Heskin Chorley PR7 5NP
Notification of a proposed single storey rear extension measuring 8m in depth with eaves height of 2.25m and a maximum height of 4m
Status: Undecided | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-05-20
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26/00444/PDE - Walmsleys Barn Wood Lane Heskin Chorley PR7 5NP
Notification of a proposed single storey rear extension measuring 8m in depth with eaves height of 2.25m and a maximum height of 4m
Status: Undecided | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-05-20
26/00426/TPO - 16 The Warings Heskin Chorley PR7 5NZ
APPlication for work to a protected tree - Chorley BC TPO 22 (Heskin) 1991 G2; Oak to felled.
Status: Undecided | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-05-20
- 26 The Warings Heskin Chorley PR7 5NZ
Notfication of a proposed single storey rear extension measuring 7.825m in depth, with eaves height of 3m, and a maximum height of 3.5m
Status: Undecided | Council: Chorley | Date: 2026-01-07
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- Latvian Consulate Pemberton House Farm Park Hall Road Charnock Richard Chorley PR7 5LP
Application to discharge condition 3 (Ground Investigation Report) attached to reserved matters consent 23/00114/REM (Reserved matters application pursuant to outline planning permission ref: 18/00416
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chorley | Date: 2025-11-12
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- 26 The Warings Heskin Chorley PR7 5NZ
Alterations to existing dwelling including pitched roof above existing flat roof to side.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chorley | Date: 2025-10-23
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- Sandersons Farm Park Hall Road Heskin Chorley PR7 5LS
Erection of an annexe (following demolition of existing annexe)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chorley | Date: 2023-09-08
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A brief summary of Heskin Green in Lancashire

Property prices in Heskin Green show an average sale price of £255,839, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Heskin Green 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 Heskin Green includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Heskin Green

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Heskin Green. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Heskin Green.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Heskin Green were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

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