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Planning in St Annes

Approved
82%
18 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About St Annes

Lytham St Annes is a vibrant seaside town situated in the Borough of Fylde, Lancashire, along the picturesque Fylde coast, just south of Blackpool and adjacent to the Ribble Estuary. With a population of 42,695 as of the 2021 census, the area offers a unique blend of coastal charm and community living, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in St Annes show an average sale price of £283,793, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There is currently 1 active flood warning near St Annes. Flood risk is a relevant consideration for planning decisions and property investment in the area.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (February 2026). This makes St Annes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Annes has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Annes 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 St Annes, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near St Annes. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Annes?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near St Annes. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Annes?
The average planning decision time near St Annes is 69 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 St Annes?
The planning approval rate near St Annes is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Annes?
The most common type of planning application near St Annes is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Annes?
You can search and track planning applications near St Annes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.