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Planning in Crewe-by-Farndon

Approved
79%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Crewe-by-Farndon

Crewe-by-Farndon is a small settlement located within the parish of Farndon in the borough of Cheshire West and Chester, England. Historically a township, it became a separate civil parish in 1866 but was merged back into Farndon on 1 April 2015. As of the 2001 census, it had a population of just 45, making it a quaint and quiet location for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 45. It sits within the Farndon district.

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

The area around Crewe-by-Farndon has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crewe-by-Farndon 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 Crewe-by-Farndon, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Crewe-by-Farndon. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

The most common types were outline applications (2), tree works (1), telecoms (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Crewe-by-Farndon?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Crewe-by-Farndon. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Crewe-by-Farndon?
The average planning decision time near Crewe-by-Farndon is 33 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 Crewe-by-Farndon?
The planning approval rate near Crewe-by-Farndon is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Crewe-by-Farndon?
The most common type of planning application near Crewe-by-Farndon is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Crewe-by-Farndon?
You can search and track planning applications near Crewe-by-Farndon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.