Crewe, Cheshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Crewe, Cheshire.
Cheshire · England · Town
About Crewe
Crewe, located in Cheshire East, England, is a prominent railway town and civil parish with a population of 55,318 as of the 2021 census, while its built-up area boasts a larger population of 76,437. This vibrant community is integral to the region's transport infrastructure, making it an important area for planning applications related to development and infrastructure projects.
Population: 55,315 (2021)
District: Cheshire East
Website: https://www.crewetowncouncil.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £262,759 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cheshire East
- Parliamentary constituency: Crewe and Nantwich
- LSOA: Cheshire East 043C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Crewe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Crewe.
- 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 Crewe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
24 planning applications found near Crewe.
- - Mecca Bingo, Unit 3, Phoenix Leisure Park Dunwoody Way, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 3AJ
Advertisement consent for the installation of 2x set of roundels, 2x flex face roundels, 1x welcome sign, 1x formed amenity sign, 2x poster cases, 1x set of 5 amenity panels, 1x 18mts of strip light,
Type: Advertising | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of 75 Alton Street , Crewe, CW2 7QF
Permission in Principle for construction of one dwelling.
Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Flat, 102 Victoria Street, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 2JT
Variation of condition 2 - approved plans on application 23/0312N.
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 66a Market Street, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 2HD
Shop fit out including installation of replacement shop front and security shutters.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 84a Victoria Street, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 2JL
Listed building consent for the installation of a downstairs toilet, utilising an existing storeroom/cupboard.
Type: Heritage | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-18
View full details - - Army Reserve Centre Myrtle Street, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW2 7HY
Discharge of conditions 1, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8 on approval 25/2527/LBC.
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - Corner Of Edleston Road And Brook Street, Crewe, CW2 7HT
Discharge of Conditions 12 (Materials), 14 (Fenestration), 16 (Brickwork), 17 (Appearance) 18 (Appearance) and 21 (Bin Storage) on approval 22/1381N
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Kingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Witnesses, 51a Greystone Park, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 2AL
Proposed internal and external refurbishment. Colour change of front external cladding. New / replacement doors. New signage. 3 proposed external condensers at high level.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - Kingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Witnesses, 51a Greystone Park, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 2AL
Advertisement Consent for Proposed New signage.
Type: Advertising | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - Army Reserve Centre Myrtle Street, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW2 7HY
Discharge of conditions 1, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 8 on approval 25/2526/FUL.
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-12-20
View full details - - 20-22a Market Street , Crewe, CW1 2EG
The refurbishment of 20, 22 and 22a Market Street to consolidate the buildings into single use as a day surgery, with a two-storey upwards extension.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 67 Earle Street, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 2AS
2 Storey rear extension Plus Change of use, convenience shop at ground floor with 2 No. residential units above.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-11-07
View full details - - 197 Ruskin Road, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW2 7JX
Rear extension and block paved driveway and dropped kerb to the fore.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-25
View full details - - Footpath Opposite 42 Market Street, Crewe, CW1 2EL
Installation of 1No. BT Street Hub Unit and associated advertisement panels on either side of the unit.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - Footpath Opposite 42 Market Street, Crewe, CW1 2EL
Installation of 1No. BT Street Hub Unit and associated advertisement panels on either side of the unit.
Type: Advertising | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - Footpath Opposite 7-9 Queensway, Crewe, CW1 2HH
Advertisement consent for associated advertisement panels on BT street hub
Type: Advertising | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - Footpath Opposite 7-9 Queensway, Crewe, CW1 2HH
Installation of 1No. BT Street Hub Unit
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - 263 Edleston Road, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW2 7EA
Retrospective consent for the installation of a new shopfront and associated signage, along with the addition of a new ventilation system.
Type: Advertising | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - The Works, 12 Market Centre, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 2NG
Full application for HVAC and advertisement consent for signage (Joint app with 25/3558/ADV)
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - The Food Warehouse, 11 Grand Junction Way, Crewe, Cheshire East, CW1 2RP
Prior approval to install a 172.5kwp solar system on the roof at the Food Warehouse store in Crewe.
Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-07-16
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A brief summary of Crewe in Cheshire
Crewe, located in Cheshire East, England, is a prominent railway town and civil parish with a population of 55,318 as of the 2021 census, while its built-up area boasts a larger population of 76,437. This vibrant community is integral to the region's transport infrastructure, making it an important area for planning applications related to development and infrastructure projects. The Town has a population of approximately 55,315 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.
Property prices in Crewe show an average sale price of £262,759, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Crewe a particularly low-crime area.
Crewe has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crewe planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.crewetowncouncil.gov.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Crewe
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Crewe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Crewe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Crewe were full planning applications (16), outline applications (7), discharge of conditions (6). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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