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Planning in Longview

Approved
86%
19 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Longview

Longview is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longview 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 Longview 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, Longview 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 Longview, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Longview. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (10), outline applications (4), other applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longview?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Longview. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longview?
The average planning decision time near Longview is 62 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 Longview?
The planning approval rate near Longview is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longview?
The most common type of planning application near Longview is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longview?
You can search and track planning applications near Longview on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.