How long do planning decisions take near Eccleston?

The average planning decision time near Eccleston is 32 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 Eccleston?

The planning approval rate near Eccleston is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Eccleston?

The most common type of planning application near Eccleston is other, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eccleston?

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Eccleston, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eccleston, Cheshire.

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About Eccleston

Eccleston is a village located in the borough of Cheshire West and Chester, within the ceremonial county of Cheshire, England. Situated approximately 2.7 miles south of Chester and close to the River Dee, it now forms part of the parish of Eaton and Eccleston. The village lies on the estate of the Duke of Westminster, whose ancestral home, Eaton Hall, is in proximity, providing a unique context for planning applications in the area.

Population: 246 (2011)

District: Eaton and Eccleston

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester South and Eddisbury
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 043B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Eccleston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eccleston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Eccleston.

- Hill Farm Rake Lane Eccleston Chester CH4 9JN
Extension to existing agricultural building
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-09-08
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A brief summary of Eccleston in Cheshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Eccleston a particularly low-crime area.

Eccleston 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Eccleston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Dee (England) SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Dee and Bala Lake. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Eccleston

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Eccleston. Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 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 Eccleston.

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Eccleston were other applications (2), amendments (1).

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