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11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Padiham · updated daily · Burnley Borough Council

Planning in Padiham

Approved
64%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Padiham

Postcode districts

BB12 127 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Burnley Borough Council

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About Padiham

Padiham is a vibrant market town and civil parish situated on the River Calder within the Borough of Burnley, Lancashire. Located northwest of Burnley and northeast of Clayton le Moors and Great Harwood, it is framed by the scenic foothills of Pendle Hill. As of the 2011 Census, Padiham had a population of 10,098, with a slight increase to an estimated 10,138 by 2019, making it a dynamic area for planning applications and community development. The town has a population of approximately 10,474 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Burnley district.

Property prices in Padiham show an average sale price of £157,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Padiham 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 Padiham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Padiham has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Padiham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.padihamtowncouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Padiham, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Padiham. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (3), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Padiham?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Padiham. The approval rate is 64%.
How long do planning decisions take near Padiham?
The average planning decision time near Padiham is 61 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 Padiham?
The planning approval rate near Padiham is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Padiham?
The most common type of planning application near Padiham is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Padiham?
You can search and track planning applications near Padiham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.