How long do planning decisions take near Samlesbury?

The average planning decision time near Samlesbury is 82 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Samlesbury?

The most common type of planning application near Samlesbury is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Samlesbury?

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Samlesbury, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Samlesbury, Lancashire.

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About Samlesbury

Samlesbury is a village and civil parish located in South Ribble, Lancashire, England, with a population of 1,206 as recorded in the 2011 census. The area features notable landmarks such as the historic Samlesbury Hall, Samlesbury Aerodrome, and a large modern brewery operated by Anheuser-Busch InBev, making it a focal point for both heritage and industry in the region.

Population: 1,141 (2021)

District: South Ribble

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £224,097 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Ribble
Parliamentary constituency: Ribble Valley
LSOA: South Ribble 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Samlesbury.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Samlesbury.

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 Samlesbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Samlesbury.

- Church House Farm Potters Lane Samlesbury Preston Lancashire PR5 0UE
Reserved Matters application for the erection of 1no.two-storey dwelling (Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale) following granting of outline approval 07/2022/00947/OUT
Type: Outline | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2026-02-09
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A brief summary of Samlesbury in Lancashire

Property prices in Samlesbury show an average sale price of £224,097, 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 Samlesbury a particularly low-crime area.

Samlesbury has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Samlesbury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Red Scar and Tun Brook Woods SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Samlesbury

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Samlesbury. The average decision time was 82 days.

The average decision period of 82 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Samlesbury were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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