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Planning in Thelwall

Approved
93%
57 of 61 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Thelwall

Thelwall is a suburban village located within the civil parish of Grappenhall and Thelwall, situated in the Warrington district of Cheshire, England. Its proximity to the Lymm junction of the M6 motorway makes it an accessible area for potential development and planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thelwall 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 Thelwall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thelwall 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Thelwall, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Thelwall. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (37), outline applications (16), tree works (7).

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thelwall?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Thelwall. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thelwall?
The average planning decision time near Thelwall 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 Thelwall?
The planning approval rate near Thelwall is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thelwall?
The most common type of planning application near Thelwall is full planning applications, with 37 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thelwall?
You can search and track planning applications near Thelwall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.