Whitehead Conservation Area

Whitehead Conservation Area was designated in 1992 in recognition of the fine legacy of buildings mostly derived from the development boom following the arrival of the railway in the late 19th Century. Bounded to the east by the coast, to the north by railway yards and to the west by the rear boundary of properties, Whitehead developed rapidly during the Victorian and Edwardian period and the boundaries of the Town at that time are clearly visible in its present form and layout. The Town is an excellent example of a late Victorian and Edwardian seaside resort with a discernible history through its pattern of development. Whitehead promenade provides an attractive area in which people can congregate, mingle and stroll. It also serves as a pedestrian link to most of the roads in the Town.

The Conservation Area is identified for information on Map No. 5a – Whitehead and Map No. 20 – Whitehead Conservation Area.

Development proposals within Whitehead Conservation Area will be assessed in accordance with prevailing regional planning policy as currently set out in PPS 6 Planning, Archaeology and the Built Heritage and design guidance contained in the Whitehead Conservation Area Guide.

Areas of Archaeological Potential

In accordance with PPS 6 Planning Archaeology and the Built Heritage, an Area of Archaeological Potential is identified in Whitehead for information in the Countryside Assessment Technical Supplement. Guidance on the implications of undertaking development in these areas is set out in the Urban Environment Section in Part 3, Volume 1 of the Plan.