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Planning in Kirkham

Only 2 decisions near Kirkham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Kirkham

Kirkham, a market town in the Borough of Fylde, Lancashire, lies strategically between Blackpool and Preston, adjacent to Wesham. Founded on Carr Hill, the site of an ancient Roman fort, Kirkham has evolved into a vibrant civil parish with a growing population, which increased from 7,194 in 2011 to 7,883 in 2021. This growth presents various opportunities and considerations for planning applications within the area. The town has a population of approximately 7,883 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Fylde district.

Property prices in Kirkham 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 Kirkham 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 Kirkham 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, Kirkham 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 Kirkham, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Kirkham.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), amendments (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kirkham?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Kirkham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kirkham?
The most common type of planning application near Kirkham is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kirkham?
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