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Planning in Walton Summit

Approved
91%
21 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Walton Summit

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About Walton Summit

Walton Summit is an industrial zone located between Clayton Brook and Bamber Bridge, in the South Ribble district of Lancashire, England. Its proximity to major motorways, including the M61, M65, and M6, along with a short stretch of single carriageway from the M65/M61 roundabout, makes it a strategic location for businesses and planning applications. Additionally, the area encompasses the smaller locality of Seed Lee, contributing to its industrial character.

Property prices in Walton Summit show an average sale price of £197,631, 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 Walton Summit 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, Walton Summit 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 Walton Summit, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Walton Summit. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were outline applications (5), full planning applications (4), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Walton Summit?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Walton Summit. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walton Summit?
The average planning decision time near Walton Summit is 44 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 Walton Summit?
The planning approval rate near Walton Summit is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walton Summit?
The most common type of planning application near Walton Summit is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walton Summit?
You can search and track planning applications near Walton Summit on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.