How long do planning decisions take near Waverton?

The average planning decision time near Waverton is 43 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 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Waverton?

The most common type of planning application near Waverton is other, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Waverton?

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Waverton, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waverton, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Waverton are administered by Cheshire West And Chester Council. View the full Cheshire West And Chester Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

Population: 1,555 (2021)

District: Cheshire West and Chester

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £333,938 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester South and Eddisbury
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 047A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waverton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Waverton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Waverton.

26/01930/LDC - 14 Greenfield Road Chester CH3 7NF
Creation of new side dormer to contain 1 no bathroom and 2 no bedrooms
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheshire West and Chester | Date: 2026-06-24
26/01873/FUL - Hawthorns 12 Eggbridge Lane Waverton Chester CH3 7PE
Single storey front extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheshire West and Chester | Date: 2026-06-18
26/01300/TPO - 26 Capesthorne Road Christleton Chester CH3 7GA
1x Oak - Crown clean, removing any dead or dying or potential hazardous branches. Reduce secondary regrowth back to suitable growth points or previous pruning points. Crown reduce by 2.5m.
Status: Undecided | Council: Cheshire West and Chester | Date: 2026-04-28
- 6 Dormer Close Rowton Chester CH3 7SA
Demolition of existing conservatory, erection of single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-01-12
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- 12 Dormer Close Rowton Chester CH3 7SA
Lawful development certificate of a proposed single storey rear extension to replace existing conservatory.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-10-10
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- 74 Ringway Waverton Chester CH3 7NR
Conversion of garage to home office, replacement of garage door with cavity wall and double glazed window to match existing materials
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2025-03-26
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- The Hollies 28 Eggbridge Lane Waverton Chester CH3 7PE
1x sycamore tree (South-East corner of The Hollies) - request for complete felling and removal
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chester | Date: 2024-12-11
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- O/S Brown Heath Farm Brown Heath Road Chester CH3 7PN
Installation of telecommunication pole - Ref WFKN5L5H
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Chester | Date: 2024-04-26
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A brief summary of Waverton in Cheshire

Property prices in Waverton show an average sale price of £333,938, 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 Waverton a particularly low-crime area.

Waverton 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 Waverton

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Waverton. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 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 Waverton.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Waverton were other applications (4), tree works (1), amendments (1).

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