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Planning in Howley

Approved
64%
46 of 69 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Howley

Postcode districts

WA1 139 applications in the last 12 monthsWA2 108 applications in the last 12 monthsWA4 441 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Warrington Borough Council

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About Howley

Howley is a settlement located in Cheshire, England.

Property prices in Howley 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 Howley 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 Howley 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, Howley 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 Howley, 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, 121 planning applications were submitted near Howley. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), outline applications (17), discharge of conditions (12). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Howley?
In the last 24 months, 121 planning applications were submitted near Howley. The approval rate is 64%.
How long do planning decisions take near Howley?
The average planning decision time near Howley 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 Howley?
The planning approval rate near Howley is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Howley?
The most common type of planning application near Howley is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Howley?
You can search and track planning applications near Howley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.