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12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of New Longton · updated daily · South Ribble Borough Council

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Planning in New Longton

Approved
91%
41 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around New Longton

Postcode districts

PR4 505 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Ribble Borough Council

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About New Longton

New Longton is a village situated 4 miles southwest of Preston in the South Ribble district of Lancashire, North West England. It falls within the parish of Longton, which includes the older village of Longton located 2 miles to the west. This proximity to both Preston and Longton may influence planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,228. It sits within the Longton district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Longton 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 New Longton 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, New Longton 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 New Longton, 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near New Longton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (8), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Longton?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near New Longton. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Longton?
The average planning decision time near New Longton 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 New Longton?
The planning approval rate near New Longton is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Longton?
The most common type of planning application near New Longton is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Longton?
You can search and track planning applications near New Longton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.