How long do planning decisions take near Bell o' th' Hill?

The average planning decision time near Bell o' th' Hill is 38 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 Bell o' th' Hill?

The planning approval rate near Bell o' th' Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bell o' th' Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Bell o' th' Hill is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bell o' th' Hill?

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Bell o' th' Hill, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bell o' th' Hill, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

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About Bell o' th' Hill

Bell o' th' Hill is a quaint, dispersed settlement located in the Cheshire West and Chester unitary authority, near the Shropshire border. Previously part of the civil parish of Tushingham cum Grindley until 2015, it now falls under the jurisdiction of Tushingham-cum-Grindley, Macefen, and Bradley. Positioned just north of Whitchurch, it is conveniently adjacent to the A41 road, with an earlier route also running through the area, making it relevant for those exploring planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wrexham
Parliamentary constituency: Wrexham
LSOA: Wrexham 018B

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bell o' th' Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bell o' th' Hill.

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 Bell o' th' Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bell o' th' Hill.

- Agricultural Building At Oak Tree Farm Bradley Farm Lane Tushingham Cum Grindley Malpas
Change of use agricultural building and land within its curtilage into 2 dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-03-25
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A brief summary of Bell o' th' Hill in Cheshire

Neighbourhood safety in Bell o' th' Hill is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Bell o' th' Hill 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 Bell o' th' Hill

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Bell o' th' Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bell o' th' Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bell o' th' Hill were discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

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