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Planning in Top o'th' Lane

Approved
75%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Top o'th' Lane in the last 24 months, from Chorley Borough Council's planning register.

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About Top o'th' Lane

Top o'th' Lane is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Top o'th' Lane show an average sale price of £255,839, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Top o'th' Lane 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 Top o'th' Lane a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Top o'th' Lane has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Top o'th' Lane 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 Top o'th' Lane, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Top o'th' Lane. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Top o'th' Lane?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Top o'th' Lane. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Top o'th' Lane?
The average planning decision time near Top o'th' Lane is 46 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 Top o'th' Lane?
The planning approval rate near Top o'th' Lane is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Top o'th' Lane?
The most common type of planning application near Top o'th' Lane is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Top o'th' Lane?
You can search and track planning applications near Top o'th' Lane on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.