How long do planning decisions take near Windmill?

The average planning decision time near Windmill is 53 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 Windmill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Windmill?

The most common type of planning application near Windmill is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Windmill?

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Windmill, Flintshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Windmill, Flintshire.

Flintshire · Wales · settlement

Planning applications in Windmill are administered by Flintshire County Council. View the full Flintshire County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Windmill

Windmill, located in Flintshire, is notable for its historical significance as a site where windmills were utilized for various purposes, including milling grain, pumping water, and generating electricity. The development of windmills dates back to the 9th century in Persia, with the first vertical windmills emerging in northwestern Europe by the 12th century. Today, windmills remain an iconic symbol of cultural heritage, particularly in the Netherlands, where around 1,000 can still be found. This historical backdrop may be relevant for those considering planning applications related to heritage conservation or renewable energy projects in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £262,449 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Flintshire
Parliamentary constituency: Clwyd East
LSOA: Flintshire 002A

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 4
anti-social-behaviour: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Windmill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Windmill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Windmill.

- Halkyn Old Hall Mews. Pentre Road, Pentre Halkyn, Holywell, CH8 8BS
Non-material amendment following a grant of planning permission FUL/000416/23
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2025-04-02
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- Halkyn Old Hall Mews, Pentre Road, Pentre Halkyn, Holywell, CH8 8BS
Listed Building Consent for revised extension with the installation of a three panel bifold door in the south west facing elevation of the extension. [Involving substituting a three casement ground fl
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2025-04-01
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- Halkyn Old Mews, Pentre Road, Pentre Halkyn, Holywell, CH8 8BS
Listed Building Application - Proposed Two storey extension - Part Retrospective
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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- Halkyn Old Hall Mews, Pentre Road, Pentre Halkyn, Holywell, CH8 8BS
Proposed Two storey extension (In Part Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Flintshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Windmill in Flintshire

Property prices in Windmill show an average sale price of £262,449, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 7 crimes reported in the Windmill area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

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Planning Activity in Windmill

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Windmill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

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

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Windmill were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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