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Planning in Sherfin

Approved
67%
8 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sherfin in the last 24 months, from Rossendale Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Sherfin

Postcode districts

BB4 234 applications in the last 12 monthsBB5 320 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rossendale Borough Council

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About Sherfin

Sherfin is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Sherfin show an average sale price of £145,664, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sherfin 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 Sherfin 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, Sherfin 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 Sherfin, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Sherfin. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sherfin?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Sherfin. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sherfin?
The average planning decision time near Sherfin is 66 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 Sherfin?
The planning approval rate near Sherfin is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sherfin?
The most common type of planning application near Sherfin is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sherfin?
You can search and track planning applications near Sherfin on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.