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Planning in Townsend Fold

Approved
100%
31 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Townsend Fold in the last 24 months, from Rossendale Borough Council's planning register.

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About Townsend Fold

Townsend Fold is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Townsend Fold show an average sale price of £244,142, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Townsend Fold 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 Townsend Fold 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, Townsend Fold 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 Townsend Fold, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Townsend Fold. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Townsend Fold?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Townsend Fold. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Townsend Fold?
The average planning decision time near Townsend Fold is 53 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 Townsend Fold?
The planning approval rate near Townsend Fold is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Townsend Fold?
The most common type of planning application near Townsend Fold is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Townsend Fold?
You can search and track planning applications near Townsend Fold on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.