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Planning in Old Boston

Only 7 decisions near Old Boston in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Old Boston in the last 24 months, from St Helens Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Old Boston

Postcode districts

WA11 160 applications in the last 12 monthsWA12 99 applications in the last 12 monthsWN4 102 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: St Helens Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Old Boston

Old Boston is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Boston 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 Old Boston 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, Old Boston 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 Old Boston, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Old Boston.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (5), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Boston?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Old Boston.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Boston?
The most common type of planning application near Old Boston is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Boston?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Boston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.