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Planning in Riverside Docklands

Approved
100%
26 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Riverside Docklands in the last 24 months, from Preston City Council's planning register.

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Around Riverside Docklands

Postcode districts

PR1 261 applications in the last 12 monthsPR2 116 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Preston City Council

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About Riverside Docklands

Riverside Docklands is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Riverside Docklands show an average sale price of £197,631, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Riverside Docklands 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 Riverside Docklands a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Riverside Docklands 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 Riverside Docklands, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Riverside Docklands. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Riverside Docklands?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Riverside Docklands. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Riverside Docklands?
The average planning decision time near Riverside Docklands is 58 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 Riverside Docklands?
The planning approval rate near Riverside Docklands is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Riverside Docklands?
The most common type of planning application near Riverside Docklands is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Riverside Docklands?
You can search and track planning applications near Riverside Docklands on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.