Abbey Hulton, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Abbey Hulton, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
About Abbey Hulton
Abbey Hulton is a notable area within Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, recognized for its historical significance linked to the abbey that stood there from the 13th to the 16th centuries. This rich heritage may influence planning applications in the region, as development must consider the area's archaeological and cultural context.
Population: 9,918
District: City of Stoke-on-Trent
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Area Information
- Admin district: Stoke-on-Trent
- Parliamentary constituency: Stoke-on-Trent Central
- LSOA: Stoke-on-Trent 014F
Crime Statistics
131 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 63
- criminal-damage-arson: 20
- anti-social-behaviour: 12
- shoplifting: 11
- public-order: 9
- other-theft: 6
- robbery: 3
- burglary: 2
- vehicle-crime: 2
- drugs: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Abbey Hulton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abbey Hulton.
- 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 Abbey Hulton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Abbey Hulton.
- - Land At Greasley Road, Abbey Hulton, Stoke-on-trent, ST2 8ER
Amendment to condition 12 of planning permission 25/VAR/00073 to change the submission date of the Verification Report to late April/early May 2026.
Type: Amendment | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Land At 45-47 Alstonfield Avenue, Stoke On Trent, ST2 8EJ
Crown lift two field maple trees to 2.5m over the footpath and prune norway maple tree to give 3m of clearance from building (Tree Preservation Order 7)
Type: Trees | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - Land to the North of , Moorside Farm , Eaves Lane , Armshead , Staffordshire , ST2 8LY
CHANGE OF USE OF LAND TO A 2 PITCH FAMILY GYPSY & TRAVELLER SITE - RETROSPECTIVE - RESUBMISSION OF PLANNING APPLICATION SMD/2024/0486
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - Abbey Hill and Performing Art College, Greasley Road, Abbey Hulton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 8LG
External wayfinding non-illuminated signage : 2no. post mounted signs, 3no. fence mounted signs, 2no. wall building entrance signs, 1no. logo sign and company name lettering
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Abbey Hulton in Staffordshire
Abbey Hulton is a notable area within Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, recognized for its historical significance linked to the abbey that stood there from the 13th to the 16th centuries. This rich heritage may influence planning applications in the region, as development must consider the area's archaeological and cultural context. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,918. It sits within the City of Stoke-on-Trent district.
The Abbey Hulton area recorded 131 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Abbey Hulton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wetley Moor SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Abbey Hulton 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 Abbey Hulton
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Abbey Hulton. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Abbey Hulton.
With an average of 95 days, decisions near Abbey Hulton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Abbey Hulton were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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