Search Higher Bebington planning applications

26 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Higher Bebington · updated daily · Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 26 · received or decided in the last 12 months

24 Princes Boulevard, Higher Bebington, Wirral, CH63 5LNAwaiting decisionConstruction of rear first floor balcony with additional privacy screens.HouseholderReceived week of 12 Oct 2026APPH/26/01266
1 Thornton Road, Prenton, Wirral, CH63 5PNAwaiting decisionApplication to determine whether prior approval is required for a single storey rear extension extending 6 metres beyond the rear wall of the original dwellinghouse and reaching 3.2 metres to the eaves with a maximum height of the extension at 3.97 metres.Prior Approval Householder (Rear Extension)Received week of 5 Oct 2026RESX/26/01467
13 Village Road, Higher Bebington, Wirral, CH63 8PPAwaiting decisionChange of use of the ground floor from a commercial unit (Use Class E) to a single self-contained residential dwelling (Use Class C3), together with associated alterations to the front and rear elevations, including removal of the existing shopfront, infill brickwork, installation of domestic-scale windows, replacement rear patio doors and associated residential alterationsFull Planning PermissionReceived week of 10 Aug 2026APP/26/00654
29 Thornton Avenue, Higher Bebington, Wirral, CH63 5QSApprovedProposed single storey rear extension and modifications to existing outrigger roof with new renderHouseholderReceived week of 3 Aug 2026APPH/26/01115
23 Mill Brow, Higher Bebington, Wirral, CH63 2LPApprovedFirst Floor Side Extension Above Existing Single Storey StructureHouseholderReceived week of 20 Jul 2026APPH/26/01050

Planning in Higher Bebington

Approved: 89%; 24 of 26 decided
Decision time: about 18 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Higher Bebington in the last 24 months, from Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Higher Bebington

Postcode districts

CH42 45 applications in the last 12 monthsCH63 97 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Higher Bebington

Higher Bebington is a town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, Merseyside, England, and is historically part of Cheshire. Situated just 5 miles south of Liverpool along the eastern side of the Wirral Peninsula, it is in proximity to Birkenhead and Wallasey to the north-northwest, and Heswall to the west-southwest. This strategic location makes Higher Bebington an area of interest for planning applications, given its connectivity and surrounding amenities.

Property prices in Higher Bebington show an average sale price of £275,095, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Higher Bebington 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 Higher Bebington 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, Higher Bebington 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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In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Higher Bebington. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 126 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), outline applications (7), discharge of conditions (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Higher Bebington?

In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Higher Bebington. The approval rate is 89%.

How long do planning decisions take near Higher Bebington?

The average planning decision time near Higher Bebington is 126 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 Higher Bebington?

The planning approval rate near Higher Bebington is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Higher Bebington?

The most common type of planning application near Higher Bebington is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Higher Bebington?

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