How long do planning decisions take near Upton Heath?

The average planning decision time near Upton Heath is 35 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 Upton Heath?

The planning approval rate near Upton Heath is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Upton Heath?

The most common type of planning application near Upton Heath is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upton Heath?

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Upton Heath, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upton Heath, Cheshire.

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About Upton Heath

Upton Heath, located in Cheshire, is a significant remnant of a once extensive heathland that extended across central southern England. Situated just west of Upton and Poole, this protected area offers stunning views of Poole Harbour, Corfe Castle, and the Isle of Purbeck, making it an important site for both conservation and potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £332,420 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester North and Neston
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 032A

Crime Statistics

61 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 38
other-theft: 6
anti-social-behaviour: 5
public-order: 5
shoplifting: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
burglary: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
drugs: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upton Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upton Heath.

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 Upton Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Upton Heath.

25/03899/FUL - Upton Baptist Church Flag Lane South Upton Chester CH2 1LB
Single storey front extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheshire West and Chester | Date: 2026-04-20
- 35 Meadowsway Upton Chester Cheshire CH2 1HZ
Single storey rear flat roof extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-03-05
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- O/S 9A Glastonbury Avenue Chester CH2 1NG
Installation of telecommunication pole/s. Ref: WGRW1H6J
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 30 Oakfield Drive Upton Chester Cheshire
Single story rear gable fronted extension
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-02-06
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- 22 Acres Lane Upton Chester CH2 1LJ
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-12-23
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- 38,28,14, 4 Glastonbury Avenue Upton Heath Chester CH2 1NG
Installation of telecommunication pole/s. Ref. WGNC3V6J
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-11-07
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- Arderne House Woodlea Avenue Upton Chester
x3 Apple trees (G3) - remove broken branches, crown lift 2m to clear ground and crown clean further dead branches. x2 crab apple (G1) - crown lift 2m to clear footpath
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-08-15
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- 14 Cotebrook Drive Upton Chester Cheshire CH2 1RD
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-07-15
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- Telecommunications Mast 143 Long Lane Upton Chester CH2 1JF
Install electronic communications apparatus Ref: 12247401
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-02-26
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- 14 Oulton Avenue Upton Chester CH2 1QY
Proposed rear dormer
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-01-23
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- 5 Alwyn Gardens Upton Chester CH2 1LW
Proposed single storey rear extension and rear dormer to create a second floor.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Chester | Date: 2024-01-10
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A brief summary of Upton Heath in Cheshire

Property prices in Upton Heath show an average sale price of £332,420, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Upton Heath area recorded 61 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Upton Heath 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.

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Planning Activity in Upton Heath

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Upton Heath. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Upton Heath.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upton Heath were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (4), other applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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