How long do planning decisions take near Ince?

The average planning decision time near Ince is 21 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 Ince?

The planning approval rate near Ince is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ince?

The most common type of planning application near Ince is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Ince, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ince, Cheshire.

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About Ince

Ince is a village and civil parish located within the unitary authority of Cheshire West and Chester in Cheshire, England. Positioned directly east of the Stanlow Oil Refinery, Ince is well-connected by rail, sharing the Ince & Elton railway station with the nearby village of Elton, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and developments in the region.

Population: 214 (2021)

District: Cheshire West and Chester

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £332,420 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester North and Neston
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 027A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ince.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ince.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Ince based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ince.

- Beech House The Square Ince CH2 4NN
8x Multi-Stemmed Sycamore (G1) located on top of retaining wall - Remove due a combination of their condition and due to the impact on the sites retaining wall. Replace these trees with a more suitabl
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-04-14
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- Encirc Glass Ltd Ash Road Elton Chester CH2 4LF
Demolition of GSS Building, Facilities Workshop, Chemstore Buildings and FLT Garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-02-05
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A brief summary of Ince in Cheshire

Property prices in Ince show an average sale price of £332,420, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ince a particularly low-crime area.

Ince has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ince includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Mersey Estuary SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Mersey Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Mersey Estuary. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Ince

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Ince. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 21 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ince may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 21 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ince were tree works (1), amendments (1), other applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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