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52 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Wavertree · updated daily · Liverpool City Council

Planning in Wavertree

Approved
69%
138 of 195 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wavertree in the last 24 months, from Liverpool City Council's planning register.

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Around Wavertree

Postcode districts

L15 185 applications in the last 12 monthsL17 145 applications in the last 12 monthsL7 96 applications in the last 12 monthsL13 82 applications in the last 12 monthsL18 150 applications in the last 12 monthsL8 148 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Liverpool City Council

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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.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wavertree 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 Wavertree a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wavertree, 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, 403 planning applications were submitted near Wavertree. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 103 days.

The most common types were outline applications (167), full planning applications (85), tree works (36). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

24 planning appeals were lodged, of which 13 were allowed and 11 were dismissed (54% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wavertree?
In the last 24 months, 403 planning applications were submitted near Wavertree. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wavertree?
The average planning decision time near Wavertree is 103 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 Wavertree?
The planning approval rate near Wavertree is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wavertree?
The most common type of planning application near Wavertree is outline applications, with 167 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wavertree?
You can search and track planning applications near Wavertree on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.