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Planning in Acton

Only 1 decision near Acton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Acton in the last 24 months, from Cheshire East Council's planning register.

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About Acton

Acton is a quaint village located just west of Nantwich in Cheshire East, England, now part of the parish of Burland and Acton. Spanning 762 acres, it has a small population that was estimated at 340 in 2006, and includes the settlements of Dorfold and part of Burford. While agriculture, particularly dairy farming, was historically predominant, the local economy has shifted towards service industries, with many residents commuting beyond the parish for employment. This transition, coupled with the area's agricultural roots and the presence of the Dorfold Estate, makes Acton a unique location for planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 330 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Burland and Acton district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Acton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Acton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Acton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Acton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Acton.

The most common types were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Acton?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Acton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Acton?
The most common type of planning application near Acton is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Acton?
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