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Planning in Woolfall Heath

Approved
88%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woolfall Heath in the last 24 months, from Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Woolfall Heath

Postcode districts

L36 103 applications in the last 12 monthsL14 53 applications in the last 12 monthsL34 95 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Woolfall Heath

Woolfall Heath, situated on the north-east outskirts of Liverpool, is a large village and civil parish within the Metropolitan Borough of Knowsley, Merseyside. Established in 1974, it serves as the namesake for the wider borough, making it a key area for those interested in planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Woolfall Heath 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, Woolfall Heath 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 Woolfall Heath, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Woolfall Heath. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woolfall Heath?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Woolfall Heath. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woolfall Heath?
The average planning decision time near Woolfall Heath is 36 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 Woolfall Heath?
The planning approval rate near Woolfall Heath is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woolfall Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Woolfall Heath is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woolfall Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Woolfall Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.