How long do planning decisions take near Southdene?

The average planning decision time near Southdene is 36 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 Southdene?

The planning approval rate near Southdene is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Southdene?

The most common type of planning application near Southdene is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Southdene?

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Southdene, Merseyside Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Southdene, Merseyside.

Merseyside · England · settlement

Planning applications in Southdene are administered by Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Knowsley
Parliamentary constituency: Knowsley
LSOA: Knowsley 004C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Southdene.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Southdene.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Southdene based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Southdene.

- Garage Block To Rear Of Activity Centre 143 Bewley Drive Southdene Kirkby Knowsley L32 9PE
PRIOR NOTIFICATION FOR DEMOLITION OF SINGLE STOREY GARAGE BLOCK
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2026-02-09
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- 32 Medbourne Crescent Southdene Kirkby Knowsley L32 6QU
CERTIFICATE OF LAWFULNESS FOR RESIDENTIAL DWELLING (USE CLASS C3) TO CHILDRENS CARE HOME (USE CLASS C2) FOR A MAXIMUM OF 1NO. CHILD
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2025-11-28
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A brief summary of Southdene in Merseyside

Southdene is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Southdene a particularly low-crime area.

Southdene has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Southdene

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Southdene. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Southdene may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Southdene were outline applications (2), amendments (2), other applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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