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Planning in Caldy

Approved
84%
42 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Caldy in the last 24 months, from Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Caldy

Caldy is an affluent village located on the Wirral Peninsula in Merseyside, England, southeast of West Kirby. It falls within the West Kirby & Thurstaston Ward of the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral and is part of the Wirral West parliamentary constituency. As of the 2001 Census, Caldy had a population of 1,290, contributing to a total ward population of 12,869, making it a small yet vibrant community for potential planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Caldy 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 Caldy a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Caldy has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Caldy 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 Caldy, 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, 88 planning applications were submitted near Caldy. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (43), discharge of conditions (11), amendments (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Caldy?
In the last 24 months, 88 planning applications were submitted near Caldy. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Caldy?
The average planning decision time near Caldy is 76 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 Caldy?
The planning approval rate near Caldy is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Caldy?
The most common type of planning application near Caldy is full planning applications, with 43 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Caldy?
You can search and track planning applications near Caldy on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.