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Planning in Much Hoole

Approved
98%
91 of 93 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Much Hoole in the last 24 months, from South Ribble Borough Council's planning register.

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About Much Hoole

Much Hoole is a village and civil parish located in the borough of South Ribble, Lancashire, England. With a population growth from 1,851 in 2001 to 1,997 in 2011, it presents a developing community that may be of interest for planning applications and local development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,008 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Ribble district.

Property prices in Much Hoole show an average sale price of £197,631, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Much Hoole 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 Much Hoole 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, Much Hoole 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 Much Hoole, 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, 107 planning applications were submitted near Much Hoole. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), discharge of conditions (17), outline applications (15).

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 Much Hoole?
In the last 24 months, 107 planning applications were submitted near Much Hoole. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Much Hoole?
The average planning decision time near Much Hoole is 58 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 Much Hoole?
The planning approval rate near Much Hoole is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Much Hoole?
The most common type of planning application near Much Hoole is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Much Hoole?
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