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28 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Northwich · updated daily · Cheshire West and Chester Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 28 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Cheshire Tandoori 45 - 47 Chester Road Northwich CW8 1HGAwaiting decisionEnclosure of part of the existing courtyard to provide a store room, food storage area and deep-freeze facility, with first-floor access platform above and relocated external stairs.Received 30 Oct 202626/03126/FUL
Cheshire Dock Office Navigation Road Northwich CW8 1BHAwaiting decisionFelling of 5 leylandii trees to the rear garden area of the offices.Received 23 Oct 202626/03410/CAT
138 Chester Road Northwich CW8 4AWAwaiting decisionT1 Lime - crown thin 20%OtherReceived 22 Oct 202626/03392/TPO
81 London Road Northwich CW9 5HQAwaiting decisionDemolition of no81 and erection of two storey office extension, second storey addition to rear of 83 London road (Renewal of planning permission 4/31998 dated 03/09/19970). Variation of condition 2 (approved details) of planning permission APP/2002/1411.ConditionsReceived 7 Oct 202626/03228/S73
The Penny Black 110 Witton Street Northwich CW9 5AAAwaiting decisionExternal works including repair works to existing sash windows and facade elements. Replacement timber elements facades of the building, and replacement signage. Installation of extract vertical ductwork. Internal works including mechanical upgrades, replacement several cassette and condenser units and additional ductwork runs and grilles. Variation to condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 25/03319/LBC.Received 6 Oct 202626/03201/S19

Planning in Northwich

Approved: 85%; 73 of 78 decided
Decision time: about 11 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Northwich in the last 24 months, from Cheshire West and Chester Council's planning register.

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About Northwich

Northwich is a vibrant market town located in the Cheshire West and Chester borough of Cheshire, England. Nestled at the confluence of the rivers Weaver and Dane, it offers convenient access to major cities, being 18 miles east of Chester and 19 miles south of Manchester. With a population of 22,726 as of the 2021 census, Northwich presents a dynamic environment for planning applications, reflecting its growth and development potential in the region. The town has a population of approximately 22,871 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire West and Chester district.

Property prices in Northwich show an average sale price of £299,080, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Northwich 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 Northwich a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Northwich has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Northwich 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.northwichtc.plus.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Northwich, 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, 141 planning applications were submitted near Northwich. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (5), other applications (5). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Northwich?

In the last 24 months, 141 planning applications were submitted near Northwich. The approval rate is 85%.

How long do planning decisions take near Northwich?

The average planning decision time near Northwich is 75 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 Northwich?

The planning approval rate near Northwich is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Northwich?

The most common type of planning application near Northwich is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Northwich?

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