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Planning in Oakenshaw

Approved
82%
28 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Oakenshaw

Postcode districts

BB5 322 applications in the last 12 monthsBB6 70 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Hyndburn Borough Council

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About Oakenshaw

Oakenshaw is a residential area located within the township of Clayton-le-Moors in Lancashire, England. As part of this vibrant community, it offers a mix of local amenities and residential options, making it a relevant consideration for those researching planning applications in the region. It sits within the Hyndburn district.

Property prices in Oakenshaw show an average sale price of £145,664, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Oakenshaw has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oakenshaw 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 Oakenshaw, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Oakenshaw. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (10), outline applications (6).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oakenshaw?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Oakenshaw. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oakenshaw?
The average planning decision time near Oakenshaw is 56 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 Oakenshaw?
The planning approval rate near Oakenshaw is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oakenshaw?
The most common type of planning application near Oakenshaw is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oakenshaw?
You can search and track planning applications near Oakenshaw on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.