508 Whalley Old Road Blackburn BB1 5QL Data via plota.co.uk

Pending 10/26/0343
Date received
15 Apr 2026
Date validated
15 Apr 2026
Postcode
BB1 5QL

Description

Proposed demolition of existing conservatory, construction of a single storey rear extension including roof terrace and two storey side extension. Roof lift to accommodate first floor, side dormers and external alterations Data via plota.co.uk

Blackburn
Planning Authority Score
7.9/10
Good
#28 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Blackburn is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #47 out of 292. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 97% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils
97% approved vs 90% nationally
These figures are council-wide context, not a prediction for this application. View full council performance
Blackburn decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
94%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #30 of 292
97%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #23 of 292
78%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (64%) #47 of 292
37%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #114 of 292
89%
Minor dwellings approved
36 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
10 decided (10+ homes)
83%
Change of use approved
60 decided
500
Total decisions
28 refused in 2025