How long do planning decisions take near Little Barrow?

The average planning decision time near Little Barrow is 153 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 Little Barrow?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Barrow?

The most common type of planning application near Little Barrow is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Barrow?

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Little Barrow, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Barrow, Cheshire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester North and Neston
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 033F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Barrow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Little Barrow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Little Barrow.

26/00441/S73 - Four Trees Station Lane Barrow Chester CH3 7JW
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of new replacement dwelling. This application is to vary condition 2 (approved plans) and 3 (materials) of planning permission 23/01764/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheshire West and Chester | Date: 2026-03-10

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A brief summary of Little Barrow in Cheshire

Little Barrow is a settlement located in Cheshire, England.

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

Little Barrow 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.

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Planning Activity in Little Barrow

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Little Barrow. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 153 days.

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

With an average of 153 days, decisions near Little Barrow take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Little Barrow were discharge of conditions (1).

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