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21 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Howick Cross · updated daily · South Ribble Borough Council

Planning in Howick Cross

Approved
100%
28 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Howick Cross in the last 24 months, from South Ribble Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Howick Cross

Postcode districts

PR1 261 applications in the last 12 monthsPR4 505 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Ribble Borough Council

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About Howick Cross

Howick Cross is a quaint hamlet in Penwortham, South Ribble, Lancashire, situated just over 2 miles southwest of Preston. This small community features a primary school, several farms, and an electrical substation, serving its population of 354 residents as recorded in 2001. For those researching planning applications, Howick Cross offers a blend of rural charm and essential local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 354. It sits within the Penwortham district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Howick Cross 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 Howick Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Howick Cross has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Howick Cross 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 Howick Cross, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Howick Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (3), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Howick Cross?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Howick Cross. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Howick Cross?
The average planning decision time near Howick Cross is 38 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 Howick Cross?
The planning approval rate near Howick Cross is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Howick Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Howick Cross is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Howick Cross?
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