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Planning in Snape Green

Approved
95%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Snape Green

Postcode districts

PR8 352 applications in the last 12 monthsL40 301 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 Snape Green

Snape Green is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Snape Green 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 Snape Green 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, Snape Green 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Snape Green, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Snape Green. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (6), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Snape Green?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Snape Green. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Snape Green?
The average planning decision time near Snape Green is 67 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 Snape Green?
The planning approval rate near Snape Green is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Snape Green?
The most common type of planning application near Snape Green is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Snape Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Snape Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.