How long do planning decisions take near Upper Thurnham?

The average planning decision time near Upper Thurnham is 66 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 Upper Thurnham?

The planning approval rate near Upper Thurnham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Thurnham?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Thurnham is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Thurnham?

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Upper Thurnham, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Thurnham, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Upper Thurnham are administered by Lancaster City Council. View the full Lancaster City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Upper Thurnham

Upper Thurnham is a civil parish located in Lancashire, England, on the south side of the River Lune estuary within the City of Lancaster. The area encompasses the villages of Conder Green, Glasson Dock, Lower Thurnham, and Upper Thurnham itself, with a population that was recorded at 595 in the 2011 census, rising to 651. This quaint parish offers a blend of rural charm and community, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £226,034 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lancaster
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: Lancaster 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Thurnham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Thurnham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Upper Thurnham in Lancashire

Property prices in Upper Thurnham show an average sale price of £226,034, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Upper Thurnham a particularly low-crime area.

Upper Thurnham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Glasson Dock. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Upper Thurnham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lune Estuary 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 Upper Thurnham

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Upper Thurnham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Upper Thurnham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Upper Thurnham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Upper Thurnham were amendments (1).

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