How long do planning decisions take near Bickley?

The average planning decision time near Bickley is 47 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 Bickley?

The planning approval rate near Bickley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bickley?

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

How can I track planning applications near Bickley?

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Bickley, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bickley, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bickley are administered by Cheshire West And Chester Council. View the full Cheshire West And Chester Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bickley

Bickley, located in the parish of No Man's Heath and District in Cheshire West and Chester, is a village with a population that declined from 498 in 2001 to 481 by the 2011 Census. This area encompasses Bickley Town and Bickley Moss and was originally part of the parish of Malpas before becoming a civil parish in 1866. On 1 April 2015, Bickley was abolished to create the new parish of No Man's Heath and District, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region.

Population: 481 (2011)

District: Cheshire West and Chester

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire East
Parliamentary constituency: Chester South and Eddisbury
LSOA: Cheshire East 051D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bickley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bickley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Bickley.

- The Stables Pipehouse Lane Bickley Malpas SY13 8JG
Non material amendment (Change windows in North elevation to full height) to Planning Application 17/04463/FUL (Single storey rear extension)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2017-12-18
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- Pipe House Farm Pipehouse Lane Bickley Malpas Cheshire SY13 4JG
Non-material amendment to planning permission 12/01315/FUL (barn conversion to 2 residential units and construction of new garages) for alterations to garage/car port, sitting room glazing, cloakroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2013-04-29
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- Pipe House Farm Pipehouse Lane Bickley Malpas Cheshire SY13 4JG
Discharge of condition 3, 6, 7, 8 and 9 of planning permission 12/01315/ful for barn conversion to 2 residential units and construction of new garages
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chester | Date: 2012-11-07
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- Pipe House Farm Pipehouse Lane Bickley Malpas Cheshire SY13 4JG
Barn conversion to 2 residential units and construction of new garages
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chester | Date: 2012-03-19
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- St Wenefrede's Church, Church And Churchyard, Bickley Moss, Whitchurch, SY13 4JG
Change of Use of Agricultural land to Churchyard Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2005-06-09
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- Bickley Villa Bickley Moss Bickley Malpas Cheshire SY13 4JG
Provision of pitched roof to garage conversion and construction of garden room extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2002-09-25
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A brief summary of Bickley in Cheshire

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

Bickley 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 Bickley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bar Mere SSSI. 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 Bickley

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Bickley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bickley were outline applications (1).

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