How long do planning decisions take near Dodleston?

The average planning decision time near Dodleston is 28 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 Dodleston?

The planning approval rate near Dodleston is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dodleston?

The most common type of planning application near Dodleston is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dodleston?

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Dodleston, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dodleston, Cheshire.

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About Dodleston

Dodleston is a charming village and civil parish located in Cheshire West and Chester, England, just southwest of Chester and near the England-Wales border. The parish encompasses several nearby areas, including Balderton, Gorstella, Lower Kinnerton, and Rough Hill, and is notable for being one of the three historic Cheshire parishes situated on the Flintshire side of the River Dee, making it a unique area for planning applications and developments.

Population: 1,108 (2021)

District: Cheshire West and Chester

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £332,420 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Flintshire
Parliamentary constituency: Alyn and Deeside
LSOA: Flintshire 018B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dodleston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dodleston.

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 Dodleston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Dodleston.

- The Old Rectory Church Road Dodleston Chester CH4 9JR
Felling of Ash tree
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Church Cottage Church Road Dodleston Chester CH4 9NG
T1 & T2 removal of conifers and grinding of stumps to facilitate planting of replacement trees of native species T3 Cherry - reduction of sides and crown by 1-1.5m. T4 Plum - reduction of height and c
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-08-19
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- Penn House 64 Penfold Way Dodleston Chester CH4 9NL
2x Oak trees - request to remove them. If it is not possible to remove the trees, then a request to reshape the trees to a more manageable height and width.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2022-11-28
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A brief summary of Dodleston in Cheshire

Property prices in Dodleston show an average sale price of £332,420, 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 Dodleston a particularly low-crime area.

Dodleston 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.

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Planning Activity in Dodleston

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Dodleston. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Dodleston.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dodleston were tree works (2), telecoms (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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