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17 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Great Sankey · updated daily · Warrington Borough Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 17 · received or decided in the last 12 months

The Challenge Academy Trust, PENKETH HIGH SCHOOL Heath Road, Penketh, Warrington, WA5 2BYAwaiting decisionDischarge of condition 3 (Method statement), 4 (Drainage) and 6 (Bat and Bird boxes) on application 2025/01695 (AGP)Received week of 2 Nov 20262026/01432/DISCON
The Challenge Academy Trust, PENKETH HIGH SCHOOL Heath Road, Penketh, Warrington, WA5 2BYAwaiting decisionDemolition of existing school buildings and erection of new secondary school building alongside supporting sports facilities, car parking, landscaping and site infrastructure.Full Planning (Major)Received week of 19 Oct 20262026/01391/FULM
Land Off Stockdale Court, Great Sankey, WarringtonWithdrawn9 residential units and associated infrastructureFull PlanningReceived week of 31 Aug 2026Decided 12 Oct 20262026/01174/FUL
10 Brookside Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 2TDApprovedRear extension at lower ground floor, alteration from glazing to cavity wall at upper ground floor, extension at first floor and gable ending of roof, and replacement external access staircase.Received week of 31 Aug 2026Decided 26 Oct 20262026/01001/FULH
26 Littledale Road, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3DQApprovedProposed single storey rear extensionFull Planning (Householder)Received week of 10 Aug 2026Decided 28 Sep 20262026/01080/FULH

Planning in Great Sankey

Approved: 82%; 18 of 21 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Great Sankey in the last 24 months, from Warrington Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Great Sankey

Postcode districts

WA5 166 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Warrington Borough Council

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About Great Sankey

Great Sankey is a civil parish located within the Borough of Warrington, Cheshire, England, situated just 2 miles west of Warrington town centre. With a population of 31,600 as of the 2021 census, it is a vibrant community that may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 31,579 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Warrington district.

Property prices in Great Sankey show an average sale price of £252,351, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Sankey 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 (May 2026). This makes Great Sankey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Sankey 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Sankey, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Great Sankey. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Sankey?

In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Great Sankey. The approval rate is 82%.

How long do planning decisions take near Great Sankey?

The average planning decision time near Great Sankey is 51 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 Great Sankey?

The planning approval rate near Great Sankey is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Great Sankey?

The most common type of planning application near Great Sankey is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Great Sankey?

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