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Planning in Higher Shotton

Approved
75%
21 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Higher Shotton in the last 24 months, from Flintshire County Council's planning register.

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Around Higher Shotton

Postcode districts

CH5 209 applications in the last 12 monthsCH6 71 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Flintshire County Council

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About Higher Shotton

Higher Shotton is a settlement located in Flintshire, Wales.

Property prices in Higher Shotton show an average sale price of £235,730, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Higher Shotton 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 Shotton 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 Shotton 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 Higher Shotton, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Higher Shotton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), amendments (6), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Higher Shotton?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Higher Shotton. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Higher Shotton?
The average planning decision time near Higher Shotton is 53 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 Shotton?
The planning approval rate near Higher Shotton is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Higher Shotton?
The most common type of planning application near Higher Shotton is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Higher Shotton?
You can search and track planning applications near Higher Shotton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.