How long do planning decisions take near Sutton Weaver?

The average planning decision time near Sutton Weaver is 34 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 Sutton Weaver?

The planning approval rate near Sutton Weaver is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton Weaver?

The most common type of planning application near Sutton Weaver is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sutton Weaver?

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Sutton Weaver, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sutton Weaver, Cheshire.

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About Sutton Weaver

Sutton Weaver is a quaint village and civil parish located in Cheshire West and Chester, England, just 2 miles northeast of Frodsham and 2.5 miles south of Runcorn. With a population of 495 and comprising 206 households, the village spans an area of 3,198 square metres. The local economy is largely driven by wholesale and retail trade, human health and social work activities, and manufacturing, which together represent 36.5% of the area's occupational share, making it a significant location for potential planning applications.

Population: 473 (2021)

District: Cheshire West and Chester

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £207,799 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Halton
Parliamentary constituency: Runcorn and Helsby
LSOA: Halton 012E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sutton Weaver.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Sutton Weaver based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Sutton Weaver.

- Holly Cottage 56 Chester Road Sutton Frodsham WA7 3EB
Part change of use of agricultural building to provide equine stable building and construction of riding arena.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Sutton Weaver in Cheshire

Property prices in Sutton Weaver show an average sale price of £207,799, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sutton Weaver a particularly low-crime area.

Sutton Weaver has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Sutton Weaver includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Flood Brook Clough SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Sutton Weaver

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Weaver. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sutton Weaver may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Sutton Weaver were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

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