How long do planning decisions take near Walwen (CH8 9)?

The average planning decision time near Walwen (CH8 9) is 166 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 Walwen (CH8 9)?

The planning approval rate near Walwen (CH8 9) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Walwen (CH8 9)?

The most common type of planning application near Walwen (CH8 9) is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Walwen (CH8 9)?

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Walwen (CH8 9), Flintshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walwen (CH8 9), Flintshire.

Flintshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Walwen (CH8 9) are administered by Flintshire County Council. View the full Flintshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Walwen (CH8 9)

Walwen, located in Flintshire, is steeped in Arthurian legend, notably as the backdrop for the tales of Sir Gawain, one of the esteemed Knights of the Round Table. With roots tracing back to the earliest Welsh stories, Gawain has been featured across various literary traditions, including the renowned Middle English poem "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight." This rich cultural heritage makes Walwen an intriguing area for those researching planning applications, particularly in relation to heritage sites and community developments linked to its legendary history.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £207,575 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Flintshire
Parliamentary constituency: Clwyd East
LSOA: Flintshire 003F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Walwen (CH8 9).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Walwen (CH8 9).

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 Walwen (CH8 9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Walwen (CH8 9).

- HAWTHORNES, Berthengam, Holywell, CH8 9DE
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 3, 7, 8, 9 Planning Permission Ref FUL/000874/23
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Walwen (CH8 9) in Flintshire

Property prices in Walwen (CH8 9) show an average sale price of £207,575, 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 Walwen (CH8 9) a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Walwen (CH8 9)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Walwen (CH8 9). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 166 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Walwen (CH8 9) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 166 days, decisions near Walwen (CH8 9) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Walwen (CH8 9) were full planning applications (3), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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