How long do planning decisions take near Worsthorne?

The average planning decision time near Worsthorne is 65 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 Worsthorne?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Worsthorne?

The most common type of planning application near Worsthorne is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Worsthorne?

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Worsthorne, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Worsthorne, Lancashire.

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About Worsthorne

Worsthorne is a picturesque rural village located on the eastern fringes of Burnley in Lancashire, England. Part of the civil parish of Worsthorne-with-Hurstwood, it recorded a population of 1,028 at the 2011 census. This quaint community offers potential opportunities for planning applications, benefiting from its proximity to Burnley while maintaining a charming village atmosphere.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £144,576 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Burnley
Parliamentary constituency: Burnley
LSOA: Burnley 008C

Crime Statistics

23 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 10
anti-social-behaviour: 4
shoplifting: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 2
public-order: 2
robbery: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Worsthorne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Worsthorne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Worsthorne.

- 60 LINDSAY PARK, WORSTHORNE-WITH-HURSTWOOD, BB10 3SQ
Householder Planning Application for a proposed first floor side extension above an existing garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Burnley | Date: 2026-05-04
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- 3 Heckenhurst Avenue Worsthorne-with-hurstwood Lancashire BB10 3JN
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Burnley | Date: 2025-11-14
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- 2 Gorple Road Worsthorne-with-hurstwood Lancashire BB10 3NN
Notification of proposed works to trees in Worsthorne Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Burnley | Date: 2025-08-07
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- St Johns Church Church Square Worsthorne-with-hurstwood Lancashire BB10 3NH
Notification of intention to prune trees within Worsthorne Conservation Area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Burnley | Date: 2025-04-16
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- 35 Church Square Worsthorne-with-hurstwood Lancashire BB10 3NH
Application to prune (20% crown reduction) 10no. Lime trees (T1, T6, T7, T8, T9, T10, T11, T12, T13 and T14) covered by the Burnley (Worsthorne Square, Burnley) Tree Preservation Order 1974.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Burnley | Date: 2024-09-09
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- Butchers Farm Ormerod Street Worsthorne-with-hurstwood Lancashire BB10 3NU
Proposed minor amendment to vary Condition 6 to permit construction of Plots 1-6 prior to full protection measures for water utility assets (Non-Material Minor Amendment to planning permission FUL/202
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Burnley | Date: 2024-08-05
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- 11 Wallhurst Close Worsthorne-with-hurstwood Lancashire BB10 3NY
Garage conversion to wrap-around extension, demolition of porch with changes to fenestration and internal works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Burnley | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Worsthorne in Lancashire

Property prices in Worsthorne show an average sale price of £144,576, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Worsthorne area recorded 23 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Worsthorne has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hurstwood, Worsthorne. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Worsthorne includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Worsthorne

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Worsthorne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

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

At 65 days on average, decisions near Worsthorne slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Worsthorne were full planning applications (5), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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