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Planning in Whalleys

Approved
95%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Whalleys in the last 24 months, from West Lancashire Borough Council's planning register.

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Postcode districts

WN8 232 applications in the last 12 monthsL40 303 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Lancashire Borough Council

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About Whalleys

Whalleys is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Whalleys show an average sale price of £192,905, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Whalleys 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 Whalleys 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, Whalleys 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 Whalleys, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Whalleys. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whalleys?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Whalleys. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Whalleys?
The average planning decision time near Whalleys is 56 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 Whalleys?
The planning approval rate near Whalleys is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whalleys?
The most common type of planning application near Whalleys is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whalleys?
You can search and track planning applications near Whalleys on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.