Search Shawforth planning applications
3 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Shawforth · updated daily · Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- 2 Eagley Bank Shawforth Rochdale Lancashire OL12 8HEApprovedHouseholder: First floor extension to Side elevation over existing ground floor.Received 17 Jun 2026Decided 7 Oct 20262026/0034
- Former Shawforth Chapel Market Street Shawforth Rochdale Lancashire OL12 8HFApprovedChange of use from use class F (public worship/hall or meeting place for the principal use of the local community) to class B8 (storage & distribution).Received 11 Mar 2026Decided 19 May 20262026/0060
- 15 Quarry Street Shawforth Rossendale OL12 8HDRefusedChange of use of the land to use as garden area including creation of patio area, shed, fence, access steps, and part raised deck.Full ApplicationReceived 25 Jan 2023Decided 24 May 20232023/0048
Planning in Shawforth
Only 4 decisions near Shawforth in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Shawforth in the last 24 months, from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council's planning register.
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OL12 104 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
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About Shawforth
Shawforth is a ward located in the township of Whitworth, within the Rossendale borough of Lancashire. Nestled in the scenic South Pennines, it is positioned along the River Spodden and the A671 road, making it a notable area for potential planning applications due to its strategic transport links and natural surroundings. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,586. It sits within the Whitworth district.
Property prices in Shawforth show an average sale price of £207,814, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shawforth 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 Shawforth 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, Shawforth 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 Shawforth, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Shawforth.