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Planning in Little Carleton

Approved
79%
15 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Little Carleton in the last 24 months, from Blackpool Council's planning register.

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Around Little Carleton

Postcode districts

FY3 63 applications in the last 12 monthsFY6 228 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Blackpool Council

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About Little Carleton

Little Carleton is a charming village located within the coastal plain of the Fylde, part of the Borough of Wyre in Lancashire. It encompasses Great Carleton, Norcross, and Whiteholme, and is conveniently situated near Poulton-le-Fylde, with easy access to nearby settlements such as Thornton, Bispham, and Blackpool. Historically part of the parish of Poulton-le-Fylde, Little Carleton shares its western boundary with the Borough of Blackpool, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Little Carleton show an average sale price of £147,915, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Little Carleton 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 Little Carleton 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, Little Carleton 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 Little Carleton, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Little Carleton. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), outline applications (5), amendments (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Carleton?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Little Carleton. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Carleton?
The average planning decision time near Little Carleton is 53 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 Little Carleton?
The planning approval rate near Little Carleton is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Carleton?
The most common type of planning application near Little Carleton is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Carleton?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Carleton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.