What is the planning approval rate near Bidston?

The planning approval rate near Bidston is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bidston?

The most common type of planning application near Bidston is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Bidston, Merseyside Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bidston, Merseyside.

Merseyside · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bidston are administered by Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bidston

Bidston is a village and civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral in Merseyside, England. Known for its rich history and community spirit, Bidston offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an important area for various planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £257,234 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wirral
Parliamentary constituency: Birkenhead
LSOA: Wirral 019A

Crime Statistics

172 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 77
public-order: 23
anti-social-behaviour: 16
criminal-damage-arson: 13
shoplifting: 13
drugs: 7
vehicle-crime: 7
other-crime: 6
burglary: 3
other-theft: 2
possession-of-weapons: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bidston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bidston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Bidston.

- Bidston Sports And Activity Centre Valley Road, Bidston, Wirral, CH41 7EJ
Proposed siting of of one truck trailer fitted out to enable medical consultancy, parked in the existing car park, and made accessible via temporary stairs and a welfare cabin seated onto the hardstan
Type: Outline | Council: Wirral | Date: 2026-05-05
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- 124 Boundary Road, Bidston, Prenton, Wirral, CH43 7PH
Erection of single storey rear extension, two-storey side extension and relocation of main entrance door to front elevation with external steps and raised patio to rear
Type: Full | Council: Wirral | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 6, BIDSTON HALL FARM MEWS Bidston Village Road, Bidston, Prenton, Wirral, CH43 7RZ
Replacement of roller shutter with full-width timber sliding door across the existing barn opening. Enclosure of former hay barn with timber cladding to create a ground-floor storage space and first-f
Type: Full | Council: Wirral | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 6, Bidston Hall Farm Mews Bidston Village Road, Bidston, Prenton, Wirral, CH43 7RZ
Listed Building consent for: Replacement of roller shutter with full-width timber sliding door across the existing barn opening. Enclosure of former hay barn with timber cladding to create a ground-fl
Type: Heritage | Council: Wirral | Date: 2026-03-20
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- Tesco Pharmacy, Tesco Superstore Bidston Link Road, Bidston, Prenton, Wirral, CH43 7AA
Solar PV installation to reduce electrical consumption and therefore carbon emissions at the commercial property.
Type: Outline | Council: Wirral | Date: 2026-02-17
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- Bidston Village C E Primary School Ballantyne Drive, Bidston, Prenton, Wirral, CH43 7XG
It is proposed to construct an extension to the school as shown, this is to accommodate an increase in school roll numbers and for nursery/foundation children, the structure is going to be in-keeping
Type: Full | Council: Wirral | Date: 2025-03-02
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A brief summary of Bidston in Merseyside

Property prices in Bidston show an average sale price of £257,234, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Bidston area recorded 172 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Bidston has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bidston Village, Flaybrick Hill Cemetery. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Bidston

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Bidston. Of these, 0% were approved.

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 Bidston.

The most common application types near Bidston were full planning applications (7), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 70% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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