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14 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Penketh · updated daily · Warrington Borough Council

Planning in Penketh

Approved
86%
18 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Penketh

Postcode districts

WA5 166 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Warrington Borough Council

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About Penketh

Penketh is a civil parish and suburb of Warrington, situated approximately 3 miles west of Warrington town centre in Cheshire, England. With a population of 8,699, it lies within the historic county of Lancashire and is characterized by its emblem featuring three kingfishers. This vibrant community may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its suburban nature and growing population.

Property prices in Penketh show an average sale price of £252,351, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Penketh 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 Penketh 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, Penketh 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 Penketh, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Penketh. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Penketh?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Penketh. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Penketh?
The average planning decision time near Penketh is 56 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 Penketh?
The planning approval rate near Penketh is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Penketh?
The most common type of planning application near Penketh is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Penketh?
You can search and track planning applications near Penketh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.