How long do planning decisions take near Samlesbury Bottoms?

The average planning decision time near Samlesbury Bottoms is 48 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 Samlesbury Bottoms?

The planning approval rate near Samlesbury Bottoms is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Samlesbury Bottoms?

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

How can I track planning applications near Samlesbury Bottoms?

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Samlesbury Bottoms, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Samlesbury Bottoms, Lancashire.

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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 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Samlesbury Bottoms.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bottoms based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Samlesbury Bottoms.

- Brook House Farm Goosefoot Lane Samlesbury Preston Lancashire PR5 0RP
Change of use of part of domestic outbuilding (gym) to a wellness treatment room incidental to the main dwelling. Limited use to no more than four clients per day, up to five days per week.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Ribble | Date: 2025-09-30
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A brief summary of Samlesbury Bottoms in Lancashire

Samlesbury Bottoms is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Samlesbury Bottoms 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 Bottoms a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Samlesbury Bottoms includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Darwen River Section SSSI; 9 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 Bottoms

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Samlesbury Bottoms. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Samlesbury Bottoms may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Samlesbury Bottoms were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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