Alderley Edge, Cheshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Alderley Edge, Cheshire.
Cheshire · England · Town
About Alderley Edge
Alderley Edge is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Cheshire, England, just 6 miles northwest of Macclesfield and 12 miles south of Manchester. Nestled at the base of a scenic sandstone escarpment known as The Edge, it offers stunning views of the Cheshire Plain. With a population of 4,777 as recorded in the 2021 census, Alderley Edge is an area of interest for planning applications, given its unique landscape and proximity to major urban centres.
Population: 4,777 (2021)
District: Cheshire East
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £648,940 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cheshire East
- Parliamentary constituency: Tatton
- LSOA: Cheshire East 012C
Crime Statistics
34 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 15
- other-theft: 6
- drugs: 4
- public-order: 4
- anti-social-behaviour: 2
- burglary: 1
- shoplifting: 1
- other-crime: 1
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alderley Edge.
- 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 Alderley Edge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
40 planning applications found near Alderley Edge.
- - 15 Heyes Lane, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7LA
Discharge of condition 4 on approval 25/2044/HOUS: Demolition of existing garage, erection of a single storey side extension, erection of a new rear dormer, proposed roof alterations, installation of
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Alderley Edge Cricket Club Moss Lane, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HN
Works to trees 704 Pedunculate Oak and 705 Pedunculate Oak
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Beech Manor Macclesfield Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7BH
T1 Yew, reduce in overall size by around 1-1.5 meters. tree becoming to large for area planted.
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 88 Heyes Lane, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7LE
Non-material amendment to approval 25/1628/HOUS
Type: Amendment | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 25 Beaufort Close, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HU
Proposed ground floor rear extension, front porch, alterations to fenestration, driveway and entry gate, and all associated works at 25 Beaufort Close Alderley Edge, SK9 7HU
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - One Aesthetic Studio, 12 - 14 South Street, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7ES
Advertisement consent for wall mounted illuminated signs; one to north facing elevation, two to east facing elevation.
Type: Advertising | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 22 London Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7DZ
Discharge of conditions 7 and 21 on approval 25/1040/FUL: Extension to the rear and alteration to Grade II Listed former bank.
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 21 Devonshire Drive, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HT
Variation of conditions 3 and 3 on approval 25/3067/HOUS: Proposed single storey rear extension, garage conversion with aesthetic re-model of the porch and frontage. Small change to front elevation an
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 22 London Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7DZ
Discharge of condition 7 on approval 25/1388/LBC: Extension to the rear and alteration to Grade II Listed former bank.
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - 6a Trafford Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7NT
Prior approval change of use to 2 no. Flats
Type: Amendment | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Ingleside, 11 Chapel Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7DX
T1 Silver Birch reduce canopy by up to 2.5m to suitable pruning points.
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - Ingleside, 11 Chapel Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7DX
T2 (Silver Birch) Reduce height by 3m and lateral spread by 2m to provide clearance and improved relationship with adjacent property.
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - 23 Beaufort Close, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HU
Non-material amendment on approval 23/2741M: The conversion of an existing garage into living accommodation. Replacement of garage door with 2 x aluminium windows and European oak wooden cladding deta
Type: Amendment | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-11-09
View full details - - 46 Trafford Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7NN
Single storey side and rear extension. Side/Rear extension at first floor. Loft conversion including formation of roof dormer to rear.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-11-09
View full details - - 6a Trafford Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7NT
Prior Approval for a proposed change of use to 2 no flats
Type: Amendment | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-11-07
View full details - - The Limes Underwood Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7BR
T1 LAYLANDII - Fell to ground level.
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - Willow Croft Stamford Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7NS
Conifer located in back garden of Willow Croft, Stamford Rd, Alderley Edge. It is next to the garage and on the boundary with the driveway to The Coach House, Stamford Rd, Alderley Edge. It is overgro
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Granthams, 68 Heyes Lane, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HY
Refurbishment and part demolition of existing building forming retail premises with upper floor apartment, demoliton of outbuildings and erection of two new dwellings with associated double garage and
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-13
View full details - - 22 London Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7DZ
Discharge of conditions 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 13 and 16 on approved application 25/1040/FUL - Extension to the rear and alteration to Grade II Listed former bank.
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-10
View full details - - 10 Marlborough Avenue, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HS
Variation of Condition 2 on 24/2004M - Single storey rear and side extension
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-09-30
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A brief summary of Alderley Edge in Cheshire
Alderley Edge is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Cheshire, England, just 6 miles northwest of Macclesfield and 12 miles south of Manchester. Nestled at the base of a scenic sandstone escarpment known as The Edge, it offers stunning views of the Cheshire Plain. With a population of 4,777 as recorded in the 2021 census, Alderley Edge is an area of interest for planning applications, given its unique landscape and proximity to major urban centres. The Town has a population of approximately 4,777 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.
Property prices in Alderley Edge show an average sale price of £648,940, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Alderley Edge area recorded 34 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.
Alderley Edge 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Alderley Edge includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Alderley Edge SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Alderley Edge
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near Alderley Edge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Alderley Edge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Alderley Edge were full planning applications (22), tree works (12), discharge of conditions (10). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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