Rivington, Lancashire Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Lancashire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Two storey side extension together with associated internal alterations for purpose of creating accommodation for 6no. bed and breakfast guest rooms
Application to discharge condition 7 (lighting design strategy) of planning permission ref: 24/01088/FUL (Section 73 application to vary condition no. 4 (approved plans) of planning permission ref: 23/00894/FUL (Erection of 1no. detached dwellinghouse with associated landscaping (following demolition of existing dwelling and buildings) in order to amend the design of the dwelling)
Porch to the front elevation
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About Rivington - Planning Applications & Local Development
Rivington is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire, covering 2,538 acres and located approximately 6 miles southeast of Chorley and 8.5 miles northwest of Bolton. The area is renowned for its stunning rural landscape, featuring agricultural land, moorland, and notable hill summits such as Rivington Pike and Winter Hill, all part of the West Pennine Moors. Rivington attracts visitors with its historical reservoirs from the Victorian era and Lever Park, designed by William Lever, offering a blend of nature and heritage, making it a key area for tourism and potential planning developments. The village had a population of 109 as of the 2011 Census. The other has a population of approximately 98 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chorley district.
Rivington covers an area of approximately 4.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Rivington show an average sale price of £202,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rivington 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 Rivington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Rivington has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rivington 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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