Search Widnes planning applications

15 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Widnes · updated daily · Halton Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 15 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Land North Of Lunts Heath Road WidnesAwaiting decisionApplication for Non Material Amendment to planning permission 22/00318/FUL in relation to condition 14 to allow for tree protection measures to be carried out in accordance with revised tree technical note atReceived 29 Sep 202626/00378/NMA
Karalius Brothers (Waste) Ltd Dennis Road Widnes Cheshire WA8 0YQAwaiting decisionPrior notification of proposed demolition of a two storey office building and detached warehouse building atReceived 21 Sep 202626/00432/DEM
65 Victoria Road Widnes Cheshire WA8 7RPApprovedProposed change of use of the ground floor from 2no. offices (Use Class E) to 2no. self-contained 1-bedroom flats (Use Class C3), including associated internal and external alterations atReceived 11 Sep 2026Decided 13 Jul 202626/00351/FUL
2 Kingsway House Caldwell Road Widnes Cheshire WA8 7EAAwaiting decisionApplication to discharge condition no.s 5 (SuDs Management and Maintenance) and 6 (SuDs Verification) of planning permission 23/00405/FUL atReceived 28 Aug 202626/00333/COND
110 Widnes Road Widnes Cheshire WA8 6AXAwaiting decisionProposed change of use from financial services (Use Class E) to restaurant with ancillary takeaway (Use Class Sui Generis) and extraction flue to rear atReceived 26 Aug 202626/00329/COU

Planning in Widnes

Approved: 80%; 20 of 21 decided
Decision time: about 11 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Widnes in the last 24 months, from Halton Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Widnes

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WA8 161 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Halton Borough Council

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About Widnes

Widnes, an industrial town located in the Borough of Halton, Cheshire, has a population of 62,400 as of the 2021 census. Known for its rich industrial heritage, Widnes presents various opportunities and challenges for planning applications, making it a key area for development and investment in the region.

Property prices in Widnes show an average sale price of £205,773, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Widnes 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 Widnes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Widnes has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Widnes 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 Widnes, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Widnes. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (5), amendments (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Widnes?

In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Widnes. The approval rate is 80%.

How long do planning decisions take near Widnes?

The average planning decision time near Widnes is 78 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 Widnes?

The planning approval rate near Widnes is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Widnes?

The most common type of planning application near Widnes is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Widnes?

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