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36 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Maghull · updated daily · Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Maghull

Approved
90%
91 of 94 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Sefton Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Maghull

Postcode districts

L31 202 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Maghull

Maghull is a town and civil parish located in Sefton, Merseyside, England, situated north of Liverpool and west of Kirkby. It is notable for housing Ashworth Hospital, making it a key area for healthcare-related planning applications. With its strategic location and local amenities, Maghull presents various opportunities for development and community planning. The town has a population of approximately 20,785 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sefton district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Maghull 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 Maghull 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, Maghull 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.maghull-tc.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Maghull, 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, 129 planning applications were submitted near Maghull. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (36), discharge of conditions (14), outline applications (7).

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 Maghull?
In the last 24 months, 129 planning applications were submitted near Maghull. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Maghull?
The average planning decision time near Maghull is 68 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 Maghull?
The planning approval rate near Maghull is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Maghull?
The most common type of planning application near Maghull is full planning applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Maghull?
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