How long do planning decisions take near Ness?

The average planning decision time near Ness is 47 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 Ness?

The planning approval rate near Ness is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ness?

The most common type of planning application near Ness is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ness?

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Ness, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ness, Cheshire.

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About Ness

Ness is a village located on the Wirral Peninsula within the ceremonial county of Cheshire, England. It lies close to the town of Neston and falls under the unitary authority of Cheshire West and Chester. The village is part of the Burton & Ness Ward, which had a population of 1,620 according to the 2001 Census, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities.

Population: 1,620

District: Neston

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £321,910 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester North and Neston
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ness.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ness based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Ness.

- Cregneish Neston Road Ness Neston CH64 4AZ
3 Beech trees (G10 and T15) - To reduce by up to 20% over the crown cutting back by up to 1.5m in length. T15 has a very large branch quite low down the trunk extending over Neston Road which needs cu
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-10-31
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- 7 Bank Close Little Neston Neston CH64 4DJ
External alterations to front elevation ; Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-08-15
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- 5 Holt Hey Ness Neston CH64 4AX
Re-pollard 4 Poplars in the rear garden by up to 40% due to failing limbs in previous storms
Status: Rejected | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-03-14
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- 1 Old School Close Little Neston Neston CH64 4ER
Felling and removal of diseased Ash Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-01-23
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- 6 Woodfall Grove Little Neston Neston CH64 4EP
T1 - Ash - request to remove. T2 - Ash - request to remove
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2024-07-11
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- 2 Shones Croft Ness Neston CH64 4BE
Proposed rear extension (from side of outrigger) and front porch
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Ness in Cheshire

Property prices in Ness show an average sale price of £321,910, 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 Ness a particularly low-crime area.

Ness 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 Ness includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dee Estuary SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Dee Estuary; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): The Dee Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: The Dee Estuary. 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 Ness

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Ness. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Ness.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ness were amendments (3), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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