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Planning in Waterside

Only 1 decision near Waterside in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Waterside in the last 24 months, from Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Waterside

Postcode districts

BB3 101 applications in the last 12 monthsBB1 223 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

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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.

Property prices in Waterside show an average sale price of £165,116, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Waterside area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Waterside a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Waterside has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Waterside 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 Waterside, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Waterside.

The most common types were outline applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Waterside?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Waterside.
What types of planning applications are most common near Waterside?
The most common type of planning application near Waterside is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Waterside?
You can search and track planning applications near Waterside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.