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Planning in Wardsend

Approved
83%
39 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wardsend in the last 24 months, from Cheshire East Council's planning register.

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Around Wardsend

Postcode districts

SK12 125 applications in the last 12 monthsSK10 239 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cheshire East Council

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About Wardsend

Wardsend is a settlement located in Cheshire, England.

Property prices in Wardsend show an average sale price of £306,120, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wardsend 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 Wardsend a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wardsend has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Wardsend, 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, 102 planning applications were submitted near Wardsend. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (36), outline applications (24), discharge of conditions (11). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wardsend?
In the last 24 months, 102 planning applications were submitted near Wardsend. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wardsend?
The average planning decision time near Wardsend is 39 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 Wardsend?
The planning approval rate near Wardsend is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wardsend?
The most common type of planning application near Wardsend is full planning applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wardsend?
You can search and track planning applications near Wardsend on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.