Search Rock Ferry planning applications

18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Rock Ferry · updated daily · Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 12 months

The Car Clinic, 151 - 153 Old Chester Road, Rock Ferry, Wirral, CH63 8NEAwaiting decisionDischarge of Condition 3 (Servicing and Waste Management Strategy) of planning permission APP/25/01886Discharge of ConditionsReceived week of 26 Oct 2026DIS/26/01551
24 Princes Boulevard, Higher Bebington, Wirral, CH63 5LNAwaiting decisionConstruction of rear first floor balcony with additional privacy screens.HouseholderReceived week of 12 Oct 2026APPH/26/01266
1 Thornton Road, Prenton, Wirral, CH63 5PNAwaiting decisionApplication to determine whether prior approval is required for a single storey rear extension extending 6 metres beyond the rear wall of the original dwellinghouse and reaching 3.2 metres to the eaves with a maximum height of the extension at 3.97 metres.Prior Approval Householder (Rear Extension)Received week of 5 Oct 2026RESX/26/01467
8 Chatsworth Road, Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH42 1NYAwaiting decisionChange from c3 to c2 to accommodate children’s residential careLawful Development Certificate ProposedReceived week of 5 Oct 2026LDP/26/01355
26 Shakespeare Avenue, Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH42 2DLRefusedApplication for Planning permission on a retrospective basis for change in residential status to residential and commercial usage. Erection of a wooden shed being used as a dog grooming salon in the garden area, separate to the residential property; works will be completed within the property boundaries in the garden area only and access via the side gate, direct to the street.Full Planning PermissionReceived week of 17 Aug 2026Decided 12 Oct 2026APP/26/00962

Planning in Rock Ferry

Approved: 79%; 19 of 24 decided
Decision time: about 12 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Rock Ferry in the last 24 months, from Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Rock Ferry

Postcode districts

CH42 45 applications in the last 12 monthsCH63 97 applications in the last 12 monthsCH41 75 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Rock Ferry

Rock Ferry, located in Birkenhead on the Wirral Peninsula, is a ward within the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, England. Historically part of Cheshire until the local government reorganisation in 1974, Rock Ferry had a population of 14,298 according to the 2011 Census. This area's rich history and demographic data may be relevant for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

Property prices in Rock Ferry show an average sale price of £179,411, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rock Ferry 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 Rock Ferry a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rock Ferry has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rock Ferry 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 Rock Ferry, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Rock Ferry. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), outline applications (7), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rock Ferry?

In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Rock Ferry. The approval rate is 79%.

How long do planning decisions take near Rock Ferry?

The average planning decision time near Rock Ferry is 87 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 Rock Ferry?

The planning approval rate near Rock Ferry is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rock Ferry?

The most common type of planning application near Rock Ferry is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rock Ferry?

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