How long do planning decisions take near Warton (PR4)?

The average planning decision time near Warton (PR4) is 60 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 Warton (PR4)?

The planning approval rate near Warton (PR4) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Warton (PR4)?

The most common type of planning application near Warton (PR4) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Warton (PR4)?

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Warton (PR4), Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Warton (PR4), Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Warton (PR4) are administered by Lancaster City Council. View the full Lancaster City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 2,325 (2021)

District: Lancaster

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,631 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Ribble
Parliamentary constituency: South Ribble
LSOA: South Ribble 011E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Warton (PR4).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Warton (PR4).

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 Warton (PR4) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Warton (PR4).

26/0012 - 1 HARBOUR LANE BRYNING WITH WARTON PRESTON PR4 1YA
CONSTRUCTION OF A TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION AND SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO REAR
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Fylde | Date: 2026-01-06
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A brief summary of Warton (PR4) in Lancashire

Warton (PR4) is a settlement located in Lancashire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,325 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Lancaster district.

Property prices in Warton (PR4) show an average sale price of £197,631, 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 Warton (PR4) a particularly low-crime area.

Warton (PR4) 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Warton (PR4) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ribble Estuary SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Ribble & Alt Estuaries; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Ribble & Alt Estuaries. 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 Warton (PR4)

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Warton (PR4). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Warton (PR4) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Warton (PR4) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Warton (PR4) were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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