How long do planning decisions take near Little Eccleston?

The average planning decision time near Little Eccleston is 22 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 Eccleston?

The planning approval rate near Little Eccleston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near Little Eccleston is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Eccleston?

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Little Eccleston, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Eccleston, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Little Eccleston are administered by Preston City Council. View the full Preston City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Little Eccleston

Little Eccleston-with-Larbreck is a civil parish located on the southern bank of the River Wyre in Lancashire's Fylde region, with a population of 400 as of the 2011 census. A notable feature of the area is Cartford Bridge, a toll bridge that connects the parish and is situated near the Cartford Inn, a local establishment on the southern side. This quaint parish offers a unique blend of rural charm and essential infrastructure, making it an interesting location for planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £224,097 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Preston
Parliamentary constituency: Ribble Valley
LSOA: Preston 002B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Eccleston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eccleston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Little Eccleston in Lancashire

Property prices in Little Eccleston show an average sale price of £224,097, 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 Eccleston a particularly low-crime area.

Little Eccleston has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Eccleston

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Little Eccleston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

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

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Little Eccleston were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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