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Planning in Meols

Approved
80%
41 of 49 decided
Decision time
about 29 weeks
on average

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

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Around Meols

Postcode districts

CH47 52 applications in the last 12 monthsCH43 91 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Meols

Meols is a suburban area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, Merseyside, on the north coast of the Wirral Peninsula. It adjoins the town of Hoylake to the west and has been part of the Metropolitan Borough since its establishment on 1 April 1974, following its previous affiliation with Cheshire. This vibrant community may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Meols show an average sale price of £275,095, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Meols 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 Meols a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Meols has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Meols 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 Meols, 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, 74 planning applications were submitted near Meols. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 205 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (29), outline applications (19), discharge of conditions (7).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Meols?
In the last 24 months, 74 planning applications were submitted near Meols. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Meols?
The average planning decision time near Meols is 205 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 Meols?
The planning approval rate near Meols is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Meols?
The most common type of planning application near Meols is full planning applications, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Meols?
You can search and track planning applications near Meols on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.