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Planning in Acton

Approved
90%
28 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Acton

Postcode districts

LL12 83 applications in the last 12 monthsLL11 81 applications in the last 12 monthsLL13 93 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wrexham County Borough Council

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About Acton

Acton is a residential suburb located in the north-eastern part of Wrexham, within Wrexham County Borough, Wales. The community is centered around Acton Park, which features the historic site of the former Acton Hall, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 13,103 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wrexham County Borough district.

Acton covers an area of approximately 398.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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.

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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Acton. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (10), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Acton?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Acton. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Acton?
The average planning decision time near Acton is 59 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Acton?
The planning approval rate near Acton is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Acton?
The most common type of planning application near Acton is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Acton?
You can search and track planning applications near Acton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.