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Planning in Waverton

Approved
95%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Waverton in the last 24 months, from Cheshire West and Chester Council's planning register.

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About Waverton

Waverton is a village and civil parish located on the outskirts of Chester, within the unitary authority of Cheshire West and Chester. Situated approximately 3 miles southeast of Chester city centre and close to Rowton and Christleton, Waverton boasts a population of 1,587, according to the 2011 Census. Its proximity to major cities like Liverpool and Manchester makes it a relevant area for planning applications and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,555 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire West and Chester district.

Property prices in Waverton show an average sale price of £333,938, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Waverton 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 Waverton, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Waverton. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were other applications (5), outline applications (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Waverton?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Waverton. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Waverton?
The average planning decision time near Waverton is 42 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 Waverton?
The planning approval rate near Waverton is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Waverton?
The most common type of planning application near Waverton is other, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Waverton?
You can search and track planning applications near Waverton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.