How long do planning decisions take near Wimbolds Trafford?

The average planning decision time near Wimbolds Trafford is 39 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 Wimbolds Trafford?

The planning approval rate near Wimbolds Trafford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How can I track planning applications near Wimbolds Trafford?

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Wimbolds Trafford, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wimbolds Trafford, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wimbolds Trafford are administered by Cheshire East Council. View the full Cheshire East Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Wimbolds Trafford

Wimbolds Trafford is a quaint hamlet located in the civil parish of Mickle Trafford and District, within Cheshire West and Chester, England. Situated on the B5132 road, it lies approximately 5 miles northeast of Chester and just north of Mickle Trafford village. Once an independent civil parish until 2015, Wimbolds Trafford had a population of 212 as of the 2011 census, making it a small but notable community for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 212 (2011)

District: Mickle Trafford and District

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire West and Chester
Parliamentary constituency: Chester North and Neston
LSOA: Cheshire West and Chester 033H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wimbolds Trafford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wimbolds Trafford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wimbolds Trafford.

- 14 Ince Lane Wimbolds Trafford Chester CH2 4JP
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: Chester | Date: 2026-03-23
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A brief summary of Wimbolds Trafford in Cheshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wimbolds Trafford a particularly low-crime area.

Wimbolds Trafford 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 Wimbolds Trafford

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Wimbolds Trafford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wimbolds Trafford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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