How long do planning decisions take near Little Carleton?

The average planning decision time near Little Carleton is 76 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Carleton?

The most common type of planning application near Little Carleton is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Carleton?

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Little Carleton, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Carleton, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Little Carleton are administered by Fylde Borough Council. View the full Fylde Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £147,915 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Fylde
Parliamentary constituency: Fylde
LSOA: Fylde 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Carleton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Little Carleton.

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 Little Carleton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Little Carleton in Lancashire

Property prices in Little Carleton show an average sale price of £147,915, 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 Little Carleton a particularly low-crime area.

Little Carleton has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stanley Park, No data available for publication by HE, Layton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Little Carleton

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Little Carleton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Little Carleton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Little Carleton were outline applications (3), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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