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Planning in Broughton

Approved
83%
19 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Broughton in the last 24 months, from Flintshire County Council's planning register.

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About Broughton

Broughton is a village in Flintshire, Wales, situated near the Wales–England border, just west of Chester. It lies within the community of Broughton and Bretton, and its population grew from 5,974 in 2011 to 6,535 by the 2021 Census. This growth may impact planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,535. It sits within the Broughton and Bretton district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Broughton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Broughton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broughton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Broughton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Broughton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (5), advertising consent (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Broughton?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Broughton. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Broughton?
The average planning decision time near Broughton is 56 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 Broughton?
The planning approval rate near Broughton is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Broughton?
The most common type of planning application near Broughton is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Broughton?
You can search and track planning applications near Broughton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.