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Planning in Upton

Approved
90%
28 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Upton

Postcode districts

CH49 65 applications in the last 12 monthsCH43 91 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Upton

Upton is a vibrant village located in the northern part of the Wirral Peninsula, England, approximately 4 miles from both Birkenhead and the Dee Estuary, and just 2 miles from Liverpool Bay. As a ward of the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, it boasts a population of 16,130 according to the 2011 census. Historically part of Cheshire, Upton's strategic position makes it a key area for planning applications within Merseyside. The settlement has a population of approximately 16,130. It sits within the Wirral district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Upton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upton 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 Upton, 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, 55 planning applications were submitted near Upton. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), outline applications (5), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upton?
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Upton. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upton?
The average planning decision time near Upton is 40 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?
The planning approval rate near Upton is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upton?
The most common type of planning application near Upton is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upton?
You can search and track planning applications near Upton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.