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Planning in Saltney

Approved
75%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Saltney in the last 24 months, from Flintshire County Council's planning register.

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About Saltney

Saltney is a town located on the England-Wales border, spanning Flintshire and Cheshire. The local government community is situated entirely in Wales, while the adjacent English areas remain unparished. As part of Chester's urban landscape, Saltney is approximately 5 miles from Deeside, making it a notable area for planning applications in both counties.

Property prices in Saltney show an average sale price of £333,938, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Saltney 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 Saltney a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Saltney has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Saltney 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 Saltney, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Saltney. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Saltney?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Saltney. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Saltney?
The average planning decision time near Saltney is 54 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 Saltney?
The planning approval rate near Saltney is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Saltney?
The most common type of planning application near Saltney is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Saltney?
You can search and track planning applications near Saltney on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.