How long do planning decisions take near Waterside?

The average planning decision time near Waterside is 13 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 Waterside?

The planning approval rate near Waterside is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Waterside?

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

How can I track planning applications near Waterside?

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Waterside, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waterside, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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About Waterside

Waterside is a hamlet within the civil parish of Eccleshill, situated in the Borough of Blackburn with Darwen, Lancashire. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a small population of 319. Notably, the area is home to Shaws of Darwen, a manufacturer specializing in sinks and architectural terracotta, which may present opportunities for relevant planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Blackburn with Darwen
Parliamentary constituency: Rossendale and Darwen
LSOA: Blackburn with Darwen 015B

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 1
drugs: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waterside.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Waterside based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Waterside.

10/26/0361 - Former Hoddlesden Mill, Johnson New Road, Hoddlesden, Blackburn with Darwen BB3 3NT
Non-material amendment pursuant to planning application 10/23/0277 "Variation/Removal of Condition/Minor Material Amendment for Variation of Condition No.1 "approved drawings" and Condition No. 4 "Bou
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-21
10/26/0295 - 18 Waterside Terrace Johnson Road Eccleshill Darwen BB3 3PD
T20 Sycamore - Fell T21 Sycamore - Crown thin and reduce height T22 Sycamore - Crown thin and reduce height T23 Sycamore - Crown thin and reduce height T25 Sycamore - Crown thin and reduce height
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-07
- 18 Waterside Terrace Johnson Road Eccleshill Darwen BB3 3PD
T20 Sycamore - Fell T21 Sycamore - Crown thin and reduce height T22 Sycamore - Crown thin and reduce height T23 Sycamore - Crown thin and reduce height T25 Sycamore - Crown thin and reduce height
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Blackburn | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Land at Shaw's of Darwen Mill Complex, Whitebirk Works off Johnson New Road Higher Waterside Hoddlesden Darwen BB3 3NX
Formation of a parking area to be used in association with the wider employment site/existing mill complex together with associated boundary treatment and landscaping
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Blackburn | Date: 2024-10-04
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A brief summary of Waterside in Lancashire

Neighbourhood safety in Waterside is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Waterside has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hoddlesden. 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 Waterside includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Pennine Moors SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Waterside

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Waterside. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 13 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Waterside.

The average decision time of 13 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Waterside were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 17% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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