How long do planning decisions take near Newsholme?

The average planning decision time near Newsholme is 17 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 Newsholme?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Newsholme?

The most common type of planning application near Newsholme is other, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Newsholme?

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Newsholme, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newsholme, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Newsholme are administered by Ribble Valley Borough Council. View the full Ribble Valley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Newsholme

Newsholme is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, positioned near the historic West Riding of Yorkshire. As of the 2011 Census, it was part of a combined parish with Horton and Paythorne, totaling a population of 253. Easily accessible via the A682, Newsholme is situated 4 miles north of Barnoldswick and 12 miles west of Skipton, making it an area of interest for planning applications and developments in this scenic region.

Population: 52 (2021)

District: Ribble Valley

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Area Information

Admin district: Ribble Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Ribble Valley
LSOA: Ribble Valley 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newsholme.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Newsholme based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Newsholme.

26/03322/PNA - Slack Farm Newshome Gisburn BB7 4JF
Application to determine if prior approval is required under Schedule 2, Part 6 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development Order) (England) 2015 to improve soil structure and drai
Status: Undecided | Council: North Yorkshire | Date: 2026-06-22
- Gregsons Farm Settle Road Newsholme BB7 4JF
Prior notification for proposed new agricultural storage building under Part 6 Class A of the GDPO
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2025-08-04
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- Gregsons Farm Settle Road Newsholme BB7 4JF
Prior notification for covered cattle handling and collecting yard including concreting of associated external yard areas.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2024-04-17
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A brief summary of Newsholme in Lancashire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Newsholme a particularly low-crime area.

Newsholme 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 Newsholme

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Newsholme. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 17 days.

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

The average decision time of 17 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Newsholme were other applications (2), outline applications (1).

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