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Planning in Torrisholme

Approved
85%
33 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Torrisholme

Postcode districts

LA4 112 applications in the last 12 monthsLA1 310 applications in the last 12 monthsLA3 120 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Lancaster City Council

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About Torrisholme

Torrisholme is a suburban area located within Morecambe, Lancashire, on England's North West coast. The population of the Torrisholme Ward was recorded at 6,758 in the 2001 census, with a slight decrease to 6,755 by the 2011 census, residing in approximately 3,118 households. This demographic information may be relevant for planning applications and developments in the region.

Property prices in Torrisholme show an average sale price of £196,515, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Torrisholme 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 Torrisholme a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Torrisholme has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Torrisholme 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 Torrisholme, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Torrisholme. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were outline applications (17), amendments (2), discharge of conditions (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Torrisholme?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Torrisholme. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Torrisholme?
The average planning decision time near Torrisholme is 43 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 Torrisholme?
The planning approval rate near Torrisholme is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Torrisholme?
The most common type of planning application near Torrisholme is outline applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Torrisholme?
You can search and track planning applications near Torrisholme on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.