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Planning in Middlewich

Approved
81%
13 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Middlewich

Middlewich is a market town and civil parish situated in the Cheshire East district of England, approximately 20 miles east of Chester and 5 miles from both Northwich and Sandbach. With a population of 14,421 recorded in the 2021 census, Middlewich offers a vibrant community that may influence planning applications and local development projects in the area. The town has a population of approximately 14,416 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.

Property prices in Middlewich show an average sale price of £281,205, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Middlewich 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 Middlewich a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Middlewich 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.middlewich.org.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Middlewich, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Middlewich. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (8), tree works (5). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Middlewich?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Middlewich. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Middlewich?
The average planning decision time near Middlewich is 64 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 Middlewich?
The planning approval rate near Middlewich is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Middlewich?
The most common type of planning application near Middlewich is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Middlewich?
You can search and track planning applications near Middlewich on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.