Ormskirk, Lancashire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ormskirk, Lancashire.
Lancashire · England · Town
About Ormskirk
Ormskirk is a vibrant market town situated in West Lancashire, England, approximately 13 miles northeast of Liverpool and 18 miles southwest of Preston. Renowned for its historic charm and famous gingerbread, the town had a population of 24,073 as of 2011. Its strategic location makes it a key area for planning applications, catering to both residential and commercial development.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £354,210 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Lancashire
- Parliamentary constituency: West Lancashire
- LSOA: West Lancashire 008A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ormskirk.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ormskirk.
- 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 Ormskirk based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
29 planning applications found near Ormskirk.
- - The Market Cross 26 Church Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3AN
Approval of details reserved by condition no 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10 of planning permission 2025/0206/FUL relating to Boundary Structure, Lighting, Landscaping Works, Cycle Storage, Privacy Glazing and Bio
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Land To The South West Adjacent Car Park The Stiles Ormskirk Lancashire
Variation of condition 2 of planning permission 2019/0329/FUL relating to approved plans.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - Craven Funeral Directors 16 Derby Street West Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3NH
Advertisement Consent - Removal of existing outdated advertisements and replacement with new to match scale and position.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Poundland Unit 3 Two Saints Place Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3RN
Advertisement Consent - Illuminated and non illuminated signage to the elevations of the units to rebrand as a Sport Direct Store
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 93A - 93F Burscough Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2EL
Listed Building Consent -The proposed works involve replacing all external timber doors and windows with like-for-like units, replicating original proportions, detailing, and finishes. Doors will incl
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 93A - 93F Burscough Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2EL
The proposed works involve replacing all external timber doors and windows with like-for-like units, replicating original proportions, detailing, and finishes. Doors will include double-glazed panels
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 198 Burscough Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2EY
Approval of details reserved by condition no's 4, 5, 7, 10, 11 & 13 of planning permission 2025/0488/FUL relating to Materials, Construction Management Plan, Highways, Cycle and Motorcycle Parking, Dr
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 22D Wigan Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2AU
Application for determination as to whether prior approval details is required - Class MA, - Change of use to dwellinghouse from commercial/Business/Service use.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - Reno Hants Lane Ormskirk Lancashire L39 1PX
Variation of conditions 2 and 3 of planning permission 2023/0206/FUL in relation to approved plans and materials.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - The Windmill 24 Wigan Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2AU
Approval of details reserved by condition no's 16&18 of planning permission 2020/0272/FUL relating to Bins and Vehicle parking provision.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - The Windmill 24 Wigan Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2AU
Approval of details reserved by conditon no 9 of planning permission 2020/0272/FUL relating to Archaeological.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 34 Moor Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2AQ
Conversion of part ground floor to a coffee shop with the remaining ground and first floor to be converted into studio type student accommodation. Together with alterations to the front window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - The Windmill 24 Wigan Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2AU
Approval of details reserved by condition no's 7, 8, 13, 15, 17 & 18 of planning permission 2020/0272/FUL relating to Landscaping, Bird & Bat Boxes, Vehicular Access, EV Provision, Parking and Cycle P
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - W. Shepherd And Son 95 Burscough Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2EL
Application for determination as to whether prior approval is required for the demolition of two-storey building fronting Burscough Street with single storey rear extension/warehouse area
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - Hants Lane Clinic Hants Lane Ormskirk Lancashire L39 1PX
Bin Store - T1 Cherry - Crown raise tree to provide approx 1.5-2m clearance above structure Tree Over Roof - T2 Lime - Crown reduction to achieve 1.5-2m clearance from building
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - The Market Cross 26 Church Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3AN
Change of use from a 36m2 Commercial Unit, to an accessible Student Studio at 36m2. External facade updates to facilitate windows and doors, to match the adjacent/existing Student Studios.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - 3 Aughton Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 3BH
Advertisement Consent - Proposed erection of fascia and hanging signs.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Advertising | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - 54 Southport Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 1LX
Change of use to a residential childrens home for up to 6 children and to undertake minor physical works to external elevations and enhancements to the boundary treatment and outside amenity areas
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - 73 Southport Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 1LW
Two-storey rear extension with additional front storey with new dormers and roof alterations. New and replacement windows and doors.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - 55 Burscough Street Ormskirk Lancashire L39 2EL
Approval of details reserved by condition no's 3,4,5&6 of Planning Permission 2024/0181/FUL relating to Acoustic/soundproofing mitigation, Bird Boxes, Preliminary roost assessment & dush emergence sur
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-09-12
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A brief summary of Ormskirk in Lancashire
Ormskirk is a vibrant market town situated in West Lancashire, England, approximately 13 miles northeast of Liverpool and 18 miles southwest of Preston. Renowned for its historic charm and famous gingerbread, the town had a population of 24,073 as of 2011. Its strategic location makes it a key area for planning applications, catering to both residential and commercial development.
Property prices in Ormskirk show an average sale price of £354,210, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ormskirk a particularly low-crime area.
Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk
In the last 24 months, 70 planning applications were submitted near Ormskirk. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Ormskirk.
At 64 days on average, decisions near Ormskirk slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Ormskirk were full planning applications (27), tree works (18), discharge of conditions (12). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 69 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 23 applications
- Refused: 6 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 39 applications
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