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Planning in Knotty Ash

Approved
75%
21 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Knotty Ash

Postcode districts

L12 132 applications in the last 12 monthsL14 53 applications in the last 12 monthsL13 82 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Liverpool City Council

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About Knotty Ash

Knotty Ash is a vibrant area in Liverpool, Merseyside, located within a Liverpool City Council Ward and historically part of Lancashire. With a population of 13,312 reported in the 2011 Census, the area is notable for its cultural heritage, including being the home of renowned comedian Sir Ken Dodd. For those researching planning applications in Knotty Ash, the community's rich history and ongoing development make it an intriguing area to explore.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Knotty Ash 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, Knotty Ash 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 Knotty Ash, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Knotty Ash. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), tree works (9), outline applications (8).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Knotty Ash?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Knotty Ash. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Knotty Ash?
The average planning decision time near Knotty Ash is 74 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 Knotty Ash?
The planning approval rate near Knotty Ash is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Knotty Ash?
The most common type of planning application near Knotty Ash is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Knotty Ash?
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