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37 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Knutsford · updated daily · Cheshire East Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 37 · received or decided in the last 90 days

LEGH VIEW Toft Road, Knutsford, Cheshire East, WA16 9EEAwaiting decisionDemolition of Existing Conservatory to South Elevation and Replacement with Single Storey Oak Framed Orangery Extension.HouseholderReceived week of 2 Nov 202626/3994/HOUS
Mere House, Brook Street, Knutsford, WA16 8GPAwaiting decisionProposed construction of a pedestrian access into Mere House and the re-organisation of the car park, including a new refuse store, cycle store and installation of EV charging, external glazing alterations to Mere House, and other associated works...Received week of 26 Oct 202626/3963/FUL
HIGH MORLAND Legh Road, Knutsford, Cheshire East, WA16 8LPAwaiting decision3 lime trees T1 T2 T3 Reduce crowns by 6 metres plus remove deadwood in order to gain more light and reduce risk of failureReceived week of 26 Oct 202626/3923/TCA
CALEDONIAN HOUSE Tatton Street, Knutsford, Cheshire East, WA16 6AGAwaiting decisionDischarge of condition 4 on approved application 26/2113/FUL: Removal of existing cladding and applying new brick slips to the facade, demolition of redundant plant room to rear, construction of new low energy, machine room-less passenger lift,...Received week of 19 Oct 202626/3867/DSC
20 Aylesby Close, Knutsford, Cheshire East, WA16 8AEAwaiting decisionLawful Development Certificate for a proposed single storey rear extension.Received week of 19 Oct 202626/3864/CLPUD

Planning in Knutsford

Approved: 82%; 23 of 26 decided
Decision time: about 2 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Knutsford in the last 24 months, from Cheshire East Council's planning register.

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Around Knutsford

Postcode districts

WA16 254 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Cheshire East Council

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About Knutsford

Knutsford is a vibrant market town and civil parish situated in the Cheshire East district of England, approximately 14 miles southwest of Manchester. With a population of 13,259 as of the 2021 census, Knutsford is well-connected, lying 9 miles northwest of Macclesfield and 12.5 miles southeast of Warrington, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments. The town has a population of approximately 13,259 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.

Property prices in Knutsford show an average sale price of £477,285, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Knutsford 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 Knutsford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Knutsford has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Knutsford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Knutsford, 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, 146 planning applications were submitted near Knutsford. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 14 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (36), tree works (27), discharge of conditions (13).

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 Knutsford?

In the last 24 months, 146 planning applications were submitted near Knutsford. The approval rate is 82%.

How long do planning decisions take near Knutsford?

The average planning decision time near Knutsford is 14 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 Knutsford?

The planning approval rate near Knutsford is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Knutsford?

The most common type of planning application near Knutsford is full planning applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Knutsford?

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