Woodplumpton Parish Council was originally formed to represent the residents of what was at the time a rural Parish. 8 Councillors are elected by the residents of the 2 areas (known as wards) within the Parish, with 5 representing Plumpton and 3 representing Catforth.
In the last 10 years significant housebuilding in the southern part of the Parish around Bartle has resulted in an increase in the population which no longer reflects the split of councillors in the 2 wards. In addition, the Woodplumpton Parish is now made up of 2 different parts, the relatively new area around Bartle is an urban development whilst the existing area around Woodplumpton and Catforth remains predominantly rural.
The Parish Council believes that this situation should be rectified and has developed 2 alternative proposals. We would like your views on which you prefer as well as any other comments and suggestions you may have. The options are:
Option 1
The existing Woodplumpton Parish to be divided into 3 wards as set out on the plan. The number of councillors representing each ward to reflect the relative populations of the wards. The overall number of councillors will ensure that each area is represented. Current split of population across each of those wards based on an assumption of 12 councillors:
| Bartle 77% Population | 9 Councillors |
| Catforth 9% Population | 1 Councillor |
| Plumpton 14% Population | 2 Councillors |
Option 2
Divide the current Woodplumpton Parish into 2 separate Parishes.
A Woodplumpton Parish - which is predominantly rural in its nature.
A Bartle Parish - which is a relatively new urban development.
The number of Councillors in each Parish would then be able to reflect the respective populations.
The Council would like your opinion on which is your preferred option by voting below.