Search Withnell planning applications

11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Withnell · updated daily · Chorley Borough Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 12 months

37 Bolton Road Abbey Village Chorley PR6 8DPAwaiting decisionChange of use of dwelling (C3) to subdivision of dwelling at ground floor to dwelling and 1no. retail shop (Class E (a))Received 12 Oct 202606/26/00812/FUL
37 Bolton Road Abbey Village Chorley PR6 8DPRefusedChange of use of dwelling (C3) to subdivision of dwelling at ground floor to dwelling and 1no. retail shop (Class E (a))Received 12 Oct 2026Decided 17 Sep 202626/00812/FUL
Boardman Heights Farm Bury Lane Withnell Chorley PR6 8SDApprovedChange of use and conversion of an existing agricultural building to a farm shopReceived 2 Sep 2026Decided 4 Sep 202626/00764/FUL
23 Bolton Road Abbey Village Chorley PR6 8DPApprovedApplication for a certificate of lawfulness for the installation of roof mounted solar panels to the front elevationReceived 25 Aug 2026Decided 14 Oct 202626/00751/CLPUD
5 Bolton Road Abbey Village Chorley PR6 8DPApprovedCertificate of Lawfulness Use for proposed roof mounted solar panels to the front and rear.Certificate of Lawfulness (Proposed Use)Received 9 Apr 2026Decided 5 Jun 202626/00323/CLPUD

Planning in Withnell

Approved: 92%; 12 of 13 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Withnell

Postcode districts

PR6 328 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Chorley Borough Council

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About Withnell

Withnell is a village and civil parish located in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire, approximately 5 miles northeast of Chorley and Blackburn. The population has seen a slight decline from 3,631 in 2001 to 3,498 in 2011. The village, which was an urban district from 1894 to 1974, shares its borders with Brinscall and Abbey Village, making it a key area for planning applications within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,330 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chorley district.

Property prices in Withnell show an average sale price of £255,839, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Withnell 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 Withnell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Withnell has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Withnell 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 Withnell, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Withnell. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were outline applications (4), full planning applications (2), telecoms (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Withnell?

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Withnell. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Withnell?

The average planning decision time near Withnell is 42 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 Withnell?

The planning approval rate near Withnell is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Withnell?

The most common type of planning application near Withnell is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Withnell?

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