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Planning in Wray

Approved
88%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wray in the last 24 months, from Lancaster City Council's planning register.

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About Wray

Wray is a quaint village located in Lancashire, England, within the civil parish of Wray-with-Botton in the City of Lancaster district. Situated at the confluence of the River Roeburn and the River Hindburn, Wray offers a unique setting for potential development and planning applications in a picturesque rural environment.

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

The area around Wray has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wray 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 Wray, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Wray. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wray?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Wray. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wray?
The average planning decision time near Wray is 47 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 Wray?
The planning approval rate near Wray is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wray?
The most common type of planning application near Wray is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wray?
You can search and track planning applications near Wray on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.