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Planning in Ulnes Walton

Approved
84%
21 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ulnes Walton in the last 24 months, from Chorley Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Ulnes Walton

Postcode districts

PR7 414 applications in the last 12 monthsPR26 149 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Chorley Borough Council

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About Ulnes Walton

Ulnes Walton is a quaint village and civil parish located within the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire. As of the 2011 UK Census, it boasts a population of 2,672 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,552 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chorley district.

Property prices in Ulnes Walton show an average sale price of £196,752, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Ulnes Walton 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, Ulnes Walton 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 Ulnes Walton, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Ulnes Walton. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were outline applications (10), full planning applications (4), amendments (3).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ulnes Walton?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Ulnes Walton. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ulnes Walton?
The average planning decision time near Ulnes Walton is 79 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 Ulnes Walton?
The planning approval rate near Ulnes Walton is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ulnes Walton?
The most common type of planning application near Ulnes Walton is outline applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ulnes Walton?
You can search and track planning applications near Ulnes Walton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.