How long do planning decisions take near Ashton?

The average planning decision time near Ashton is 44 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 Ashton?

The planning approval rate near Ashton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashton?

The most common type of planning application near Ashton is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashton?

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Ashton, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashton, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ashton are administered by Cheshire East Council. View the full Cheshire East Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ashton

Ashton Hayes, a village in Cheshire, is situated approximately 8 miles east of Chester along the B5393 road, within the unitary authority of Cheshire West and Chester. It is part of the parish of Ashton Hayes and Horton-cum-Peel and had a population of 936 according to the 2011 census. The village was renamed from Ashton to Ashton Hayes to distinguish it from other locations sharing the same name, and it is in close proximity to the villages of Mouldsworth and Kelsall.

Population: 936 (2011)

District: Ashton Hayes and Horton-cum-Peel

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £333,938 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester South and Eddisbury
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 039D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ashton.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Ashton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Ashton.

26/01479/S73 - 4 Old Hall Court Ashton Hayes Chester CH3 8BS
Installation of two dormers both side elevations to first floor and application of render. Variation of condition 3 (materials) of planning permission 26/00898/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheshire West and Chester | Date: 2026-06-03
26/01575/FUL - 4 Gladstone Barns Church Road Ashton Hayes Chester CH3 8AS
Single storey rear extension and oak porch canopy
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheshire West and Chester | Date: 2026-05-22
- Ivydene Kelsall Road Ashton Hayes Chester CH3 8BH
Holly tree - Removal/felling due to concerns about contact with neighbouring property garage roof and concerns about roots affecting foundations of a small brick outbuilding on our property over time.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-03-26
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- Village Farm Church Road Ashton Hayes Chester CH3 8AB
Discharge of condition 4 (access) of planning application 18/02039/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 4 Church Road Ashton Hayes Chester CH3 8AB
Non material amendment following planning permission 24/01631/FUL for additional sun tunnel skylight and external kitchen door repositioned and altered to include side window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-02-21
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- Ashton House Church Road Ashton Hayes Chester CH3 8AB
1x monkey puzzle tree - request to fell and replace with smaller tree
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-02-14
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- Ashton Hall Kelsall Road Chester CH3 8BH
Alterations to existing windows to replace single glazing with double glazing, casements and associated stonework repair
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-10-06
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- The Old Dairy Ashton Hall Kelsall Road Chester CH3 8BH
Addition of new first floor rear window and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-10-03
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- The Old Dairy Ashton Hall Kelsall Road Chester CH3 8BH
Addition of new first floor rear window
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-10-03
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- Meadow House Ashton Lane Ashton Hayes Chester Cheshire CH3 8AA
Removal of Leylandii Cypress tree and Accolade Cherry (Blossom) tree.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2022-12-30
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A brief summary of Ashton in Cheshire

Property prices in Ashton show an average sale price of £333,938, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ashton a particularly low-crime area.

Ashton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ashton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Ashton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Ashton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Ashton.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ashton were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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