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Planning in Simm's Cross

Approved
80%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Simm's Cross

Simm's Cross is a settlement located in Cheshire, England.

Property prices in Simm's Cross show an average sale price of £205,773, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Simm's Cross 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 Simm's Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Simm's Cross has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Simm's Cross 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 Simm's Cross, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Simm's Cross. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (5), amendments (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Simm's Cross?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Simm's Cross. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Simm's Cross?
The average planning decision time near Simm's Cross is 78 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 Simm's Cross?
The planning approval rate near Simm's Cross is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Simm's Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Simm's Cross is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Simm's Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Simm's Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.