How long do planning decisions take near Paythorne?

The average planning decision time near Paythorne 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 Paythorne?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Paythorne?

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

How can I track planning applications near Paythorne?

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Paythorne, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Paythorne, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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

About Paythorne

Paythorne is a quaint village and civil parish located in Ribble Valley, Lancashire, near the River Ribble and bordering North Yorkshire. Situated just north-east of Clitheroe and 7 kilometres from Barnoldswick, it shares boundaries with several other parishes, including Halton West and Gisburn Forest. Nestled on the edge of the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Paythorne offers scenic landscapes, with the Ribble Way long-distance walk passing through the village, making it a point of interest for planning applications related to conservation and rural development.

Population: 97 (2021)

District: Ribble Valley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £321,652 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Paythorne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Paythorne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Paythorne.

- Kiln Barn Kiln Lane Paythorne BB7 4JD
Erection of single-storey extension to rear and regulisation of unauthorised extension of domestic curtilage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2024-06-21
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A brief summary of Paythorne in Lancashire

Property prices in Paythorne show an average sale price of £321,652, 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 Paythorne a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Paythorne includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Paythorne

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Paythorne. 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 Paythorne 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 Paythorne were other applications (2).

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