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18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Scarth Hill · updated daily · West Lancashire Borough Council

Planning in Scarth Hill

Approved
73%
16 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Scarth Hill in the last 24 months, from West Lancashire Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Scarth Hill

Postcode districts

L40 301 applications in the last 12 monthsL39 351 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Lancashire Borough Council

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About Scarth Hill

Scarth Hill is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Scarth Hill show an average sale price of £289,026, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Scarth Hill 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 Scarth Hill 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, Scarth Hill 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 Scarth Hill, 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 Scarth Hill. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (4), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Scarth Hill?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Scarth Hill. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Scarth Hill?
The average planning decision time near Scarth Hill is 79 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 Scarth Hill?
The planning approval rate near Scarth Hill is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Scarth Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Scarth Hill is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Scarth Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Scarth Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.