Tower Hill, Merseyside Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Tower Hill, Merseyside.
Merseyside · England · settlement
About Tower Hill
Tower Hill, located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, is historically significant as the site of public executions for high-status prisoners from the late 14th to mid-18th centuries. The area, once a grim landmark, is now home to Trinity Square Gardens, providing a stark contrast to its somber past. For those researching planning applications, Tower Hill offers a unique blend of historical significance and contemporary urban development.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Knowsley
- Parliamentary constituency: Knowsley
- LSOA: Knowsley 003E
Crime Statistics
92 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 37
- public-order: 14
- anti-social-behaviour: 13
- criminal-damage-arson: 11
- other-theft: 7
- drugs: 4
- burglary: 2
- possession-of-weapons: 2
- other-crime: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Tower Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tower Hill.
- 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 Tower Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Tower Hill.
- - 2 Kingfisher Close Tower Hill Kirkby Knowsley L33 4DP
NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT FOLLOWING THE GRANT OF PLANNING PERMISSION 25/00237/FUL (ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY SIDE AND REAR WRAPAROUND EXTENSION TO GROUND FLOOR TO FORM ANNEX TOGETHER WITH A FIRST FLOOR
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 6 Fleetwood Gardens Tower Hill Kirkby Knowsley L33 1TP
PRIOR APPROVAL FOR THE ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION MAXIMUM DEPTH FROM ORIGINAL REAR WALL: 3.94 METRES MAXIMUM HEIGHT: 3.34 METRES HEIGHT OF EAVES: 2.42 METRES
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2025-03-21
View full details - - 6 Balmoral Close Tower Hill Kirkby Knowsley L33 1ZH
PRIOR APPROVAL FOR THE ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION MAXIMUM DEPTH FROM ORIGINAL REAR WALL: 4.61 METRES MAXIMUM HEIGHT: 3.41 METRES HEIGHT OF EAVES: 2.56 METRES
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2024-05-24
View full details - - Grandstand Racing 7 The Moorfields Centre Tower Hill Kirkby Knowsley L33 1DF
DISPLAY OF SIGNAGE COMPRISING 2NO INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED FASCIA SIGNS
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2023-06-13
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A brief summary of Tower Hill in Merseyside
Tower Hill, located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, is historically significant as the site of public executions for high-status prisoners from the late 14th to mid-18th centuries. The area, once a grim landmark, is now home to Trinity Square Gardens, providing a stark contrast to its somber past. For those researching planning applications, Tower Hill offers a unique blend of historical significance and contemporary urban development.
The Tower Hill area recorded 92 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.
Tower Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tower Hill 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.
Planning Activity in Tower Hill
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Tower Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tower Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Tower Hill were outline applications (2), amendments (2), listed building and heritage (1).
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