Rear extensions are the bread and butter of UK planning — and one of the most common reasons homeowners face a refusal. Here's what 96 real decisions tell us about rear extension outcomes in Wyre.
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Rear extensions sit in the middle of the pack nationally. They're common enough that councils have clear precedent — but that cuts both ways. If your neighbours have been refused, that precedent works against you too.
| # | Ward | Decisions | Approved | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hardhorn With Highcross | 10 | 10 | 100.0% |
| 2 | Garstang | 6 | 4 | 66.7% |
| 3 | Wyresdale | 5 | 3 | 60.0% |
A rear extension has a 100.0% approval rate in Hardhorn With Highcross but just 60.0% in Wyresdale.
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Not all applications are treated equally. Here's how rear extensions stack up against other common projects in Wyre.
| Type | Decisions | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Extension (General) | 24 | 91.7% |
| Dormer | 27 | 88.9% |
| Rear Extension | 96 | 88.5% |
| Side Extension | 65 | 86.2% |
| Conservatory | 21 | 85.7% |
| Garage / Parking | 69 | 84.1% |
| Change of Use (Residential) | 60 | 70.0% |
| New Build | 38 | 60.5% |
11 rear extension applications in Wyre have been refused since 2020. Many of those homeowners had already paid for drawings and application fees. A £79 report shows you what gets approved — and what gets refused — near your property.
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