How long do planning decisions take near Duddon?

The average planning decision time near Duddon is 79 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 Duddon?

The planning approval rate near Duddon is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Duddon?

The most common type of planning application near Duddon is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Duddon?

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Duddon, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Duddon, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Duddon are administered by Cheshire East Council. View the full Cheshire East Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Duddon

Duddon is a charming village located in Cheshire West and Chester, England, approximately 8 kilometres east of Chester along the A51 road. Now part of the Duddon and Burton parish, it features notable landmarks such as Duddon St. Peter's Church, built in 1835, and St. Peter's Primary School. The village had a population of 655 in 2011, and the civil parish merged with Burton in 2015, reflecting its evolving community dynamics.

Population: 655

District: Duddon and Burton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £537,649 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester South and Eddisbury
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 045C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Duddon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Duddon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Duddon.

- Land At Duddon Road Clotton Tarporley
Erection of up to 9 dwellings and all associated infrastructure works
Status: Undecided | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Land At Willington Road Duddon Chester
Permission in principal for 1-5 dwellings
Status: Undecided | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-01-08
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- The Green Back Lane Duddon Chester CW6 0EY
Glazed link extension between main dwelling and annexe, alterations to driveway
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-09-08
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- 4 Yew Tree Farm Barn Duddon Road Clotton Tarporley CW6 0EH
Lawful Development Certificate for existing land used as domestic garden by occupiers from 2016 to present.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-10-17
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- Yew Tree Farm Barn Duddon Road Clotton Tarporley CW6 0EH
Installation of flue for replacement log burner (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-04-26
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- Yew Tree Farm Barn Duddon Road Clotton Tarporley CW6 0EH
Installation of flue for replacement log burner (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Duddon in Cheshire

Property prices in Duddon show an average sale price of £537,649, 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 Duddon a particularly low-crime area.

Duddon 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 Duddon

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Duddon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Duddon may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Duddon were outline applications (1), amendments (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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