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17 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Wheatley Lane · updated daily · Pendle Borough Council

Planning in Wheatley Lane

Approved
93%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wheatley Lane in the last 24 months, from Pendle Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Wheatley Lane

Postcode districts

BB12 127 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Pendle Borough Council

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About Wheatley Lane

Wheatley Lane is a village located in Pendle, Lancashire, England, situated near Nelson, Barrowford, and Burnley. Positioned to the north of the A6068 road, commonly referred to as the Padiham bypass or "The New Road," it serves as a strategic point for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Old Laund Booth district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wheatley Lane 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 Wheatley Lane a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wheatley Lane has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wheatley Lane 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wheatley Lane, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Wheatley Lane. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wheatley Lane?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Wheatley Lane. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wheatley Lane?
The average planning decision time near Wheatley Lane is 41 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 Wheatley Lane?
The planning approval rate near Wheatley Lane is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wheatley Lane?
The most common type of planning application near Wheatley Lane is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wheatley Lane?
You can search and track planning applications near Wheatley Lane on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.