Search Sefton planning applications
9 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Sefton · updated daily · Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- 15 Mill Weir Gardens Sefton L29 7WHAwaiting decisionCertificate of lawfulness for the proposed demolition of chimney stack and installation of solar panels to rear elevation of dwellinghouse.Received 5 Oct 2026DC/2026/01524
- 6 Old Rectory Green Sefton L29 6YDApprovedTree preservation order for the 3-4 meter reduction in tree, including crown, with removal of dead wood and reduction away from the property (TPO5).Received 8 Sep 2026Decided 28 Oct 2026DC/2026/01499
- 4 Sefton Mill Court Sefton Mill Lane Sefton L29 7WGApprovedTree preservation order for the height reduction by no more than 3 meters, sides reducing by up to 3 meters and crown lift by 2 meters and crown thinning by 20% 1.No Copper Beach tree (TPO152).Received 4 Sep 2026Decided 27 Oct 2026DC/2026/01479
- 5 Glebe End Sefton L29 6YBApprovedErection of a two storey porch extension to front, full re-roof and rear facing balcony, single storey rear extension, new first floor front and side extension over existing garage / living room following the demolition of existing conservatory.Received 17 Aug 2026Decided 29 Oct 2026DC/2026/01378
- 5 Glebe End Sefton L29 6YBRefusedErection of a two storey first floor extension, two storey front gable extension, second floor roof terrace at the rear, increase of overall ridge height, alterations to roof shape and chimney, two dormers to the front and solar panels to roof.Householder applicationReceived 17 Mar 2026Decided 19 Jun 2026DC/2026/00475
Planning in Sefton
Only 6 decisions near Sefton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sefton in the last 24 months, from Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Sefton
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L29 9 applications in the last 12 monthsL31 202 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
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About Sefton
Sefton is a village and civil parish in the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton, Merseyside, situated on the floodplain of the River Alt, between Maghull and Great Crosby. The B5422, also known as Brickwall Lane, runs through the village, intersecting the site of Sefton Old Hall's moat, a designated National Monument. With a population that grew from 772 in 2001 to 855 in 2011, Sefton offers a unique blend of historical significance and rural charm, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,020 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sefton district.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Sefton 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, Sefton 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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In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Sefton.
The most common types were full planning applications (1).