How long do planning decisions take near Murdishaw?

The average planning decision time near Murdishaw is 52 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 Murdishaw?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Murdishaw?

The most common type of planning application near Murdishaw is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Murdishaw?

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Murdishaw, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Murdishaw, Cheshire.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £207,799 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Halton
Parliamentary constituency: Runcorn and Helsby
LSOA: Halton 011E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Murdishaw.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Murdishaw based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Murdishaw.

ASKED T26/00102/COND - Vacant Land The Ridgeway Runcorn Cheshire WA7 6ER
Application to discharge condition nos. 7 (Details of Bat Boxes), 12 (EV Charging Point Scheme) and 21 (Playground Improvement Details) of planning permission 23/00452/FUL at
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Halton | Date: 2026-03-24
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A brief summary of Murdishaw in Cheshire

Murdishaw is a settlement located in Cheshire, England.

Property prices in Murdishaw show an average sale price of £207,799, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Murdishaw 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 Murdishaw includes 4 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 Murdishaw

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Murdishaw. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Murdishaw were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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