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Planning in Rising Bridge

Approved
67%
8 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Rising Bridge

Postcode districts

BB4 234 applications in the last 12 monthsBB5 320 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rossendale Borough Council

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About Rising Bridge

Rising Bridge is a settlement located in Lancashire, England. It sits within the Rossendale district.

Property prices in Rising Bridge show an average sale price of £145,664, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rising Bridge 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 Rising Bridge 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, Rising Bridge 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 Rising Bridge, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Rising Bridge. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rising Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Rising Bridge. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rising Bridge?
The average planning decision time near Rising Bridge is 66 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 Rising Bridge?
The planning approval rate near Rising Bridge is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rising Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near Rising Bridge is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rising Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Rising Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.