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Planning in Guilden Sutton

Approved
75%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Guilden Sutton in the last 24 months, from Cheshire West and Chester Council's planning register.

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Around Guilden Sutton

Postcode districts

CH3 363 applications in the last 12 monthsCH2 251 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cheshire West and Chester Council

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About Guilden Sutton

Guilden Sutton is a civil parish and village located in Cheshire West and Chester, England, approximately 3 miles east of Chester. The area features essential community amenities including a church, primary school, post office, pub, village hall, and various local businesses, making it a vibrant setting for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,535 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire West and Chester district.

Property prices in Guilden Sutton show an average sale price of £333,938, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Guilden Sutton 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 Guilden Sutton 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, Guilden Sutton 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 Guilden Sutton, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Guilden Sutton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were outline applications (4), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Guilden Sutton?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Guilden Sutton. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Guilden Sutton?
The average planning decision time near Guilden Sutton is 68 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 Guilden Sutton?
The planning approval rate near Guilden Sutton is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Guilden Sutton?
The most common type of planning application near Guilden Sutton is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Guilden Sutton?
You can search and track planning applications near Guilden Sutton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.