How long do planning decisions take near Backford?

The average planning decision time near Backford is 58 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 Backford?

The planning approval rate near Backford is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Backford?

The most common type of planning application near Backford is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Backford?

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Backford, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Backford, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

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About Backford

Backford is a quaint village and civil parish located within the unitary authority of Cheshire West and Chester, England. Situated between Chester and Ellesmere Port along the A41 trunk road, it is conveniently positioned north of the Shropshire Union Canal. Notable nearby landmarks include Backford Cross, approximately 1.25 miles to the northwest, and the villages of Mollington and Croughton, both around a mile away to the west and east, respectively, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications.

Population: 380 (2021)

District: Cheshire West and Chester

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £300,544 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester North and Neston
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 034D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Backford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Backford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Backford.

26/00701/LDC - Friars Park Station Road Lea by Backford Chester CH1 6NT
Erection of outbuilding in garden
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheshire West and Chester | Date: 2026-04-23
- 6 Church Lane Backford Chester CH2 4BE
Horse Chestnut (T2) in front garden - Reduce by 3m to clear telephone wires and remove lower branch overhanging garden and footpath
Status: Undecided | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-03-18
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- The Lodge 15 Ashbery Road Backford Chester CH1 6QD
Demolition of existing store and erection of rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-09-24
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- Village Hall Station Road Lea by Backford Chester CH1 6NT
Medium Acer pseudoplatanus (T1) - Remove to ground level. Medium Salix spp. (T2) - Reduce by up to 3m on pavement and roadside.
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-09-23
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A brief summary of Backford in Cheshire

Property prices in Backford show an average sale price of £300,544, 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 Backford a particularly low-crime area.

Backford 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.

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Planning Activity in Backford

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Backford. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Backford.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Backford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Backford were amendments (1), other applications (1).

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