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Planning in Swanside

Approved
81%
21 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Swanside

Postcode districts

L14 53 applications in the last 12 monthsL12 132 applications in the last 12 monthsL36 103 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Liverpool City Council

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About Swanside

Swanside is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Swanside 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 Swanside 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, Swanside 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 Swanside, 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 Swanside. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (10), tree works (3).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Swanside?
In the last 24 months, 66 planning applications were submitted near Swanside. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Swanside?
The average planning decision time near Swanside is 72 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 Swanside?
The planning approval rate near Swanside is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Swanside?
The most common type of planning application near Swanside is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Swanside?
You can search and track planning applications near Swanside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.