Rear extensions are the bread and butter of UK planning — and one of the most common reasons homeowners face a refusal. Here's what 159 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 | 8 | 8 | 100.0% |
| 2 | Warren | 5 | 5 | 100.0% |
| 3 | Garstang | 7 | 5 | 71.4% |
A rear extension has a 100.0% approval rate in Hardhorn With Highcross but just 71.4% in Garstang.
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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) | 39 | 92.3% |
| Dormer | 43 | 90.7% |
| Rear Extension | 159 | 90.6% |
| Conservatory | 25 | 88.0% |
| Side Extension | 97 | 86.6% |
| Garage / Parking | 107 | 85.0% |
| Outbuilding | 32 | 84.4% |
| Change of Use (Residential) | 99 | 72.7% |
| New Build | 61 | 65.6% |
15 rear extension applications in Wyre have been refused since 2020. Many of those homeowners had already paid for drawings and application fees. A free, property-specific report shows you what gets approved — and what gets refused — near your property.
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