Wavertree, Merseyside Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wavertree, Merseyside.
Merseyside · England · settlement
Planning applications in Wavertree are administered by Liverpool City Council. View the full Liverpool City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Wavertree
Wavertree is a vibrant district and suburb of Liverpool, situated in Merseyside, England. As a ward of Liverpool City Council, it had a population of 14,772 according to the 2011 census. Positioned to the south and east of the city centre, Wavertree is surrounded by several other districts, including Allerton, Edge Hill, and Toxteth, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Liverpool
- Parliamentary constituency: Liverpool Wavertree
- LSOA: Liverpool 032C
Crime Statistics
443 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 180
- shoplifting: 46
- public-order: 40
- criminal-damage-arson: 39
- anti-social-behaviour: 38
- drugs: 28
- other-theft: 24
- burglary: 16
- vehicle-crime: 10
- other-crime: 8
- possession-of-weapons: 7
- robbery: 4
- bicycle-theft: 2
- theft-from-the-person: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wavertree.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wavertree.
- 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 Wavertree based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
36 planning applications found near Wavertree.
- - 67 Ash Grove, Picton, Liverpool, L15 1ES
Application for Certificate of Existing Lawful Development for House of Multiple Occupation for 3-6 persons (Use Class C4)
Type: Outline | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 242 Picton Road, Liverpool, L15 4LP
Application for prior approval to change use of second floor of commercial business (Use Class E) to (Use Class C3) to form 2no. flats.
Type: Amendment | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 18 Long Lane, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 4HF
Application for Certificate of Existing Lawful Development for a House of Multiple Occupation for 3-6 persons (Use Class C4).
Type: Outline | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 7 Seaman Road, Liverpool, L15 3HZ
Application for Certificate of Existing Lawful Development for House of Multiple Occupation for 3-6 persons (Use Class C4)
Type: Outline | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - Chillies, 55-61 High Street , Liverpool, Wavertree, L15 8HE
To retain alterations to existing window openings
Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 40 Chestnut Grove, Liverpool, L15 8HS
To replace existing roof covering and flashings, existing PVC dormer window seals, cladding and replace Velux window to rear elevation.
Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 2 North Drive, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 8JG
To carry out tree works in a conservation area
Type: Trees | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 42 Chestnut Grove, Liverpool, L15 8HS
Retrospective application for the replacement of existing roof covering, including associated repairs and flashings and installation of a front-facing security camera
Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 58 Gainsborough Road, Liverpool, L15 3HX
Application for Certificate of Existing Lawful Development for House of Multiple Occupation for 3-6 persons (Use Class C4)
Type: Outline | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 242 Picton Road, Liverpool, L15 4LP
Application for prior approval to change use of commercial business (Use Class E) to (Use Class C3) to form no. 6 flats
Type: Outline | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - 32 High Street, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 8HG
To create lightwell to front, carry out internal alterations and install 1no. timber window to basement elevation and 1no. timber window to side elevation
Type: Heritage | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - 32 High Street, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 8HG
To create lightwell to front and install 1no. timber window to basement elevation and 1no. timber window to side elevation
Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 67 Ash Grove, Picton, Liverpool, L15 1ES
Application for Certificate of Existing Lawful Development for a House of Multiple Occupation for 3-6 persons (Use Class C4).
Type: Outline | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - 35 Orford Street, Liverpool, L15 8HX
To retain replacement double-glazed sash windows throughout, minor internal alterations at basement level and new timber window at rear ground floor and rooflight to rear.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - 35 Orford Street, Liverpool, L15 8HX
To retain replacement double-glazed sash windows throughout, minor internal alterations at basement level and new timber window at rear ground floor and rooflight to rear.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - 13 Rathbone Road, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 4HG
To use premises as a 3-6 bed HMO (Use Class C4)
Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - 10 South Drive, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 8JL
Part retrospective planning application to subdivide the site into two and convert existing outrigger into a two-bedroom dwelling. To carry out external alterations including installation of a front c
Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - 91 Picton Road, Liverpool, L15 4LF
Application for Certificate of Existing Lawful Development for House of Multiple Occupation for 3-6 persons (Use Class C4)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-06-20
View full details - - 29 Sandown Lane, Liverpool, L15 8HY
To carry out tree works in a conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-06-08
View full details - - Railway Arch Number 2 Rexmore Way, Liverpool, L15 0HX
To change use of premises from storage space to gym.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Liverpool | Date: 2025-05-24
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A brief summary of Wavertree in Merseyside
Wavertree is a vibrant district and suburb of Liverpool, situated in Merseyside, England. As a ward of Liverpool City Council, it had a population of 14,772 according to the 2011 census. Positioned to the south and east of the city centre, Wavertree is surrounded by several other districts, including Allerton, Edge Hill, and Toxteth, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.
The Wavertree area recorded 443 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Wavertree 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wavertree 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.
Planning Activity in Wavertree
In the last 24 months, 126 planning applications were submitted near Wavertree. Of these, 67% were approved.
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 Wavertree.
The most common application types near Wavertree were outline applications (67), full planning applications (30), tree works (16).
6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (67% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 18 applications
- Refused: 8 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 99 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.