How long do planning decisions take near Woodburn?

The average planning decision time near Woodburn is 62 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 Woodburn?

The planning approval rate near Woodburn is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodburn?

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

How can I track planning applications near Woodburn?

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Woodburn, Carrickfergus Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodburn, Carrickfergus.

Carrickfergus · Northern Ireland · settlement

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Town Insights

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid and East Antrim
Parliamentary constituency: East Antrim
LSOA: Carrick_Castle_D

Crime Statistics

19 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 8
anti-social-behaviour: 4
other-theft: 3
shoplifting: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodburn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodburn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Woodburn.

- 4 Hillview Court, Carrickfergus, BT38 8YU
PROPOSED SINGLE STOREY SIDE AND REAR EXTENSION REPLACING EXISTING REAR SUNROOM TO PROVIDE NEW KITCHEN, FAMILY ROOM, UTILITY AND WC
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid East Antrim | Date: 2026-03-11
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- EUROSPAR Carrick Milestone 26-28 Middle Road, Carrickfergus, BT38 9DN
2* Shop sign; 4* llumintated Box Panel Signage; 1* Your Community Strapline; 1* Vinyl `welcome` sign above entrance; 7* Vinyl Graphics to Glazing; 3* Signage Boards
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Mid East Antrim | Date: 2025-09-17
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A brief summary of Woodburn in Carrickfergus

Woodburn is a settlement located in Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland.

There were 19 crimes reported in the Woodburn area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

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

Planning Activity in Woodburn

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Woodburn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Woodburn may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Woodburn slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Woodburn were full planning applications (4), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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