How long do planning decisions take near Little Leigh?

The average planning decision time near Little Leigh is 48 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 Leigh?

The planning approval rate near Little Leigh is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

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

How can I track planning applications near Little Leigh?

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Little Leigh, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Leigh, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Little Leigh are administered by Cheshire West And Chester Council. View the full Cheshire West And Chester Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Little Leigh

Little Leigh is a civil parish and village located in Cheshire West and Chester, England, perched on elevated terrain along the north bank of the River Weaver. Approximately 2 miles north of Weaverham and 3 miles northwest of Northwich, the parish has a population of 567, as recorded in the 2011 census. This serene location may present opportunities for planning applications related to residential development, community facilities, and environmental projects.

Population: 571 (2021)

District: Cheshire West and Chester

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Cheshire
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 024E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Leigh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Leigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Little Leigh in Cheshire

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

Little Leigh 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 Little Leigh includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Little Leigh

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Little Leigh. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Little Leigh.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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