How long do planning decisions take near Torrisholme?

The average planning decision time near Torrisholme is 23 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 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Torrisholme?

The most common type of planning application near Torrisholme is outline applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Torrisholme?

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Torrisholme, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Torrisholme, Lancashire.

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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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £199,146 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lancaster
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: Lancaster 006D

Crime Statistics

90 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 43
anti-social-behaviour: 19
criminal-damage-arson: 9
other-theft: 5
burglary: 3
drugs: 3
public-order: 3
vehicle-crime: 2
other-crime: 2
shoplifting: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Torrisholme.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Torrisholme based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Torrisholme.

- 16 Sunnyfield Avenue Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6EU
Proposed lawful development certificate for a loft conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 5 Marton Drive Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6RB
Proposed lawful development certificate for the conversion of conservatory to sunroom
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2026-03-17
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- 13 Victor Avenue Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6JX
Prior approval for the change of use of an outbuilding from industrial to residential
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2026-01-29
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- 6 Michaelson Avenue Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6SE
Proposed lawful development certificate for the erection of a single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2026-01-12
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- 28 Sizergh Road Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6TL
Proposed lawful development certificate for erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 27 Sizergh Road Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6TL
Proposed lawful development for the erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2025-02-07
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- 42 Walton Avenue Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6SH
Erection of a 3.33 metre deep, single storey rear extension with a maximum roof height of 2.63 metres and a maximum eaves heights of 2.63 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2023-12-27
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- 19 Brantwood Avenue Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6HB
Proposed Lawful Development Certificate for the construction of a hip to gable extension and dormer extension to the rear elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lancaster | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Torrisholme in Lancashire

Property prices in Torrisholme show an average sale price of £199,146, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Torrisholme area recorded 90 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Torrisholme includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Morecambe Bay SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Morecambe Bay and Duddon Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Morecambe Bay. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Torrisholme

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Torrisholme. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 23 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Torrisholme.

The average decision time of 23 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Torrisholme were outline applications (11), amendments (2), discharge of conditions (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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