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Planning in Slyne

Approved
90%
37 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Slyne in the last 24 months, from Lancaster City Council's planning register.

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About Slyne

Slyne-with-Hest is a civil parish located in the City of Lancaster, Lancashire, England, comprising the villages of Slyne and Hest Bank. Positioned north of Lancaster along the A6 road and the coastline, the parish had a population of 3,126 as of the 2011 Census, reflecting a slight decline from 3,163 in 2001. This area presents unique planning opportunities, given its diverse settings and local infrastructure.

Property prices in Slyne show an average sale price of £228,659, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Slyne 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 Slyne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Slyne has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Slyne 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 Slyne, 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, 66 planning applications were submitted near Slyne. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (15), outline applications (12), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Slyne?
In the last 24 months, 66 planning applications were submitted near Slyne. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Slyne?
The average planning decision time near Slyne 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 Slyne?
The planning approval rate near Slyne is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Slyne?
The most common type of planning application near Slyne is discharge of conditions, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Slyne?
You can search and track planning applications near Slyne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.