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Planning in Churton

Approved
65%
15 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Churton in the last 24 months, from Cheshire West and Chester Council's planning register.

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About Churton

Churton is a village and civil parish located in the Cheshire West and Chester district of Cheshire, England. Established in 2015, it combines the former parishes of Churton by Aldford, Churton by Farndon, and Edgerley, making it a distinctive area for potential planning applications and community developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 322 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire West and Chester district.

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

The area around Churton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Churton 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 Churton, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Churton. Of these, 65% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), other applications (4), telecoms (2).

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 Churton?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Churton. The approval rate is 65%.
How long do planning decisions take near Churton?
The average planning decision time near Churton is 83 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 Churton?
The planning approval rate near Churton is 65%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Churton?
The most common type of planning application near Churton is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Churton?
You can search and track planning applications near Churton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.