Westy, Cheshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Westy, Cheshire.
Cheshire · England · settlement
About Westy
Westy is a suburban district located in Warrington, England, nestled between the River Mersey and the Manchester Ship Canal. Originally an unofficial suburb of Latchford, Westy predominantly features inter-war council housing, with many homes now privately owned. The area boasts a vibrant community spirit, centered around the community centre and St Margaret's Community Centre on Lindley Avenue, which offers a variety of activities for residents of all ages. This dynamic environment may influence planning applications in the area, reflecting the community's needs and aspirations.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Warrington
- Parliamentary constituency: Warrington South
- LSOA: Warrington 022D
Crime Statistics
139 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 63
- public-order: 16
- criminal-damage-arson: 11
- other-theft: 9
- anti-social-behaviour: 8
- drugs: 8
- vehicle-crime: 5
- burglary: 4
- shoplifting: 4
- other-crime: 4
- bicycle-theft: 3
- possession-of-weapons: 3
- robbery: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Westy.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westy.
- 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 Westy based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
39 planning applications found near Westy.
- - Kathys, 2a Powell Street, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1LA
Glazing amendments to the front and side elevation
Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 720 Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JW
Internal and external works for change of use from a dwelling to create a retail unit (Class Ea) at ground floor, apartment at first floor and two cycle stores.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - 29 Reynolds Street, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1PR
SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION AND TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - The Cheshire Cheese, 650 - 654 Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JH
Renewal of existing boundary fence
Type: Heritage | Council: Warrington | Date: 2025-02-04
View full details - - The Cheshire Cheese, 650 - 654 Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JH
Renewal of existing boundary fence
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2025-02-04
View full details - - 16 Starkey Grove, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1QD
Two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2024-04-06
View full details - - 81 Wash Lane, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JD
Single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Warrington | Date: 2024-02-02
View full details - - 81 Wash Lane, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JD
Proposed single storey rear extension to extend beyond the rear wall by 4.05m, height of 3.70m and height of the eaves to be 2.75m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Warrington | Date: 2024-02-01
View full details - - 21 Simkin Avenue, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1RB
Proposed single storey side/rear granny annexe extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2024-01-30
View full details - - 650-654 Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JH
Proposal to open up 3No. existing (blocked) fire openings inorder to bring them back into use and the installation of wood burning stoves.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Warrington | Date: 2023-07-07
View full details - - 650-654 Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JH
ERECTION OF ILLUMINATED AND NON-ILLUMINATED SIGNS TO THE EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING AND PROPOSED LIGHTING TO THE BUILDING
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Warrington | Date: 2023-06-12
View full details - - 50 Rock Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1QG
Proposed demolition of existing garage and erection of 1no. detached dwelling with car parking and amenity garden space
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2023-05-23
View full details - - 650-654 Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JH
ERECTION OF ILLUMINATED AND NON-ILLUMINATED SIGNS TO THE EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Warrington | Date: 2023-04-28
View full details - - 650-654 Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JH
Proposed removal of roof slates and battens to expose the roof structure. Carry out repairs to the roof structure to replace rotted timbers. Reinstate the slate roof finish over breathable membrane an
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Warrington | Date: 2023-03-02
View full details - - 50 Rock Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1QG
Proposed demolition of existing garage and erection of 1no. detached dwelling with car parking and amenity garden space
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2022-09-14
View full details - - 7 Grange Avenue, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1PN
Extension to rear of end terrace house, reduce size of existing window to side elevation and associated works.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2022-06-20
View full details - - 650-654 Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JH
Rebuilding of 5No. Chimneys
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Warrington | Date: 2022-04-22
View full details - - 77 Wash Lane, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JD
Householder – Two storey side extension, single storey ground level front porch extension, rear extension at first floor level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2021-12-10
View full details - - Raddon Court, The Old Tannery Building, Lower Wash Lane, Warrington, Wa4 1pl,
Prior Approval - Proposed removal of 3 no. antennas and their replacement with 3 no. new antennas, the installation of 2 no. additional equipment cabinets at ground level and development ancillary the
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Warrington | Date: 2021-07-19
View full details - - Existing Base Station, Grange Sports & Social Club, Grange Avenue, Warrington, Latchford, Wa4 1qj,
Full Planning - Proposed upgrade of an existing base station comprising of the removal of 3 no antennas, the installation of 6 no antennas on a new open head frame, 1 no dish, 1 no replacement cabinet
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Warrington | Date: 2021-04-20
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A brief summary of Westy in Cheshire
Westy is a suburban district located in Warrington, England, nestled between the River Mersey and the Manchester Ship Canal. Originally an unofficial suburb of Latchford, Westy predominantly features inter-war council housing, with many homes now privately owned. The area boasts a vibrant community spirit, centered around the community centre and St Margaret's Community Centre on Lindley Avenue, which offers a variety of activities for residents of all ages. This dynamic environment may influence planning applications in the area, reflecting the community's needs and aspirations.
The Westy area recorded 139 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.
Westy has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Church Street, London Road and Grappenhall Road, Stockton Heath, Grappenhall Village, Ackers Road and Marlborough Crescent, Stockton Heath, Victoria Road and York Drive, Grappenhall. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Westy includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Woolston Eyes SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westy 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 Westy
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Westy. Of these, 88% were approved.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Westy.
The most common application types near Westy were full planning applications (16), tree works (6), outline applications (5). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.