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Planning in Childwall

Approved
84%
21 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Childwall in the last 24 months, from Liverpool City Council's planning register.

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Around Childwall

Postcode districts

L16 51 applications in the last 12 monthsL25 154 applications in the last 12 monthsL14 53 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Liverpool City Council

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About Childwall

Childwall is a suburban ward in Liverpool, Merseyside, situated to the southeast of the city. Surrounded by Belle Vale, Bowring Park, Broadgreen, Gateacre, Mossley Hill, and Wavertree, it is home to a diverse community of approximately 13,640 residents as of 2019. This area presents various planning opportunities and developments, making it a key focus for local planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Childwall 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 Childwall 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, Childwall 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 Childwall, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Childwall. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (5), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Childwall?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Childwall. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Childwall?
The average planning decision time near Childwall is 40 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 Childwall?
The planning approval rate near Childwall is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Childwall?
The most common type of planning application near Childwall is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Childwall?
You can search and track planning applications near Childwall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.