Rockcliffe, Lancashire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Rockcliffe, Lancashire.
Lancashire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Rockcliffe are administered by Rossendale Borough Council. View the full Rossendale Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Rockcliffe
Bacup is a town located in the Rossendale Borough of Lancashire, nestled in the scenic Rossendale Valley and upper Irwell Valley. Positioned approximately 4 miles east of Rawtenstall, 6 miles north of Rochdale, and 7 miles south of Burnley, Bacup had a population of 13,323 according to the 2011 Census. Its proximity to the boundaries of West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester makes it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £224,272 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rossendale
- Parliamentary constituency: Rossendale and Darwen
- LSOA: Rossendale 003F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Rockcliffe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rockcliffe.
- 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 Rockcliffe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Rockcliffe.
- 2026/0190 - 8 Onchan Drive Bacup Lancashire OL13 9PX
Proposed Single Storey Rear Extension and Double Storey Side Extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2026-05-22 - - Londis Bacup Gladstone Street Bacup Lancashire OL13 9JZ
Prior Approval: Change of use of the vacant first floor commercial accommodation above the existing Londis store to form four self contained residential units, comprising three one person studio apart
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 8 Onchan Drive Bacup Lancashire OL13 9PX
Householder: Proposed Single Storey Side Extension, Double Storey Rear Extension and external changes to existing dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 58 Fieldfare Way Bacup Lancashire OL13 9PP
Prior Approval: Removal of existing conservatory and erection of single-storey extension to form family room. Materials to match existing house.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2025-05-28
View full details - - Tong Farm Tong Lane Bacup Lancashire OL13 9XA
Demolition of existing cow shed and erection of single storey dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2024-03-20
View full details - - 34 Douglas Road Bacup Lancashire OL13 9PR
Change of use from a dwelling house to a residential institution (children's home) for up to three children.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2024-03-11
View full details - - 3 Britannia Avenue Bacup Lancashire OL13 9JS
Householder: Adaptations and single storey accessible side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2023-06-22
View full details - - 25 Ronaldsway Close Bacup Lancashire OL13 9PY
Lawful Development Certificate: Single storey side extension, projecting 3.1m from the existing dwelling and with a maximum height of 3.18m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2023-03-29
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A brief summary of Rockcliffe in Lancashire
Bacup is a town located in the Rossendale Borough of Lancashire, nestled in the scenic Rossendale Valley and upper Irwell Valley. Positioned approximately 4 miles east of Rawtenstall, 6 miles north of Rochdale, and 7 miles south of Burnley, Bacup had a population of 13,323 according to the 2011 Census. Its proximity to the boundaries of West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester makes it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Rockcliffe show an average sale price of £224,272, 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 Rockcliffe a particularly low-crime area.
Rockcliffe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bacup Town Centre. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Rockcliffe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lee Quarry SSSI. 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 Rockcliffe
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Rockcliffe. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Rockcliffe.
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Rockcliffe were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Higher Hogshead planning applications
- Huttock Top planning applications
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- Broad Clough planning applications
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- Britannia planning applications
- Belgrave planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.