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Planning in Salterforth

Approved
82%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Salterforth

Salterforth is a charming village and civil parish in the Borough of Pendle, Lancashire, with a population of 637 as of the 2011 census. Situated along the B6383 road, it connects Barnoldswick to the A56 at Kelbrook, while the Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the village, offering narrowboat moorings and scenic walking paths to Barnoldswick and Foulridge. The village features The Anchor Inn, a canal-side pub, and a delightful children's play area, making it a pleasant spot for both residents and visitors. The settlement has a population of approximately 855 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Pendle district.

Property prices in Salterforth show an average sale price of £159,617, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Salterforth 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 Salterforth 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, Salterforth 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 Salterforth, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Salterforth. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (2).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Salterforth?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Salterforth. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Salterforth?
The average planning decision time near Salterforth is 56 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 Salterforth?
The planning approval rate near Salterforth is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Salterforth?
The most common type of planning application near Salterforth is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Salterforth?
You can search and track planning applications near Salterforth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.