Bollington, Cheshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bollington, Cheshire.
Cheshire · England · Town
About Bollington
Bollington is a town and civil parish located in Cheshire, England, just east of Prestbury. Historically part of the Earl of Chester's manor of Macclesfield, it is now a vibrant community with a population of 7,944 as of the 2021 census, and 7,235 residing in the built-up area. This charming town offers a unique blend of historical significance and modern development, making it an important area for planning applications and growth.
Population: 7,939 (2021)
District: Cheshire East
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Area Information
- Admin district: Cheshire East
- Parliamentary constituency: Macclesfield
- LSOA: Cheshire East 013C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bollington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bollington.
- 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 Bollington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Bollington.
- - 15 Turner Street, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5QH
Removal of one small Willow tree in the garden at the rear of the property. Approx. 3M in height and 2.5M canopy width.
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - St John The Baptist Church Church Street, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5PY
T1 (lime) - Crown lift the low eastern canopy to provide 4m clearance over church street. Tip reduce selective branches in the eastern canopy to achieve adequate clearance around phone wires. T2 (lime
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 33 Oak Lane, Kerridge, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5BD
T1 (silver birch) - Crown reduction up to 2m, creating an estimated after height of 14m. T2 (silver birch) - Height reduction by 2m, creating an estimated after height of 18m, & tip reduction of the n
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 16 Church Street, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5PY
Proposed single storey rear extension.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 82 Palmerston Street , Bollington, SK10 5PW
Removal of trees in a Conservation Area
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Former Church Of St John The Baptist, Macclesfield, SK10 5PY
Listed building consent for conversion of grade II listed former Church building to 13 apartments and associated works
Type: Heritage | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 12 High Street, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5PH
Discharge of Condition 3 on 25/4021/LBC - Listed building consent for retrospective replacement of: 1. Front door, 2. Two front sash windows to include Histoglass slim double glazing units, 3. Replace
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - The Old Church Palmerston Street, Bollington, Cheshire East, SK10 5PW
Proposed replacement of the existing rooflights with new conservation (Heritage) rooflights and alterations to the parking and access arrangements at the front of the building.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - Bollington War Memorial Gardens, Corner Of Palmerston Street And Water Street , Bollington, SK10 5PW
Salix caprea goat willow: Tag 5991 Section dismantle leaning tree at 45° East over boundary to leave a stump at 300mm height.
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-11-28
View full details - - The Old Church, Palmerston Street, Bollington, SK10 5PW
Construction of a recessed balcony to south elevation of building.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - 5, Mill Cottages High Street, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5PL
Listed building consent to repair and improve the existing roof on a Grade II Listed cottage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-05-10
View full details - - 5 Queen Street, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5PS
Demolition of the wall on the ground floor rear elevation, beneath the kitchen window and between the kitchen window and the back door, to create an opening for aluminium sliding doors. Replacement of
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-02-04
View full details - - 9 Chancery Lane, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5BJ
Variation of Condition 2 on approval 22/0013M for first floor extension over existing flat roof garage to form ancillary living accommodation
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-09-13
View full details - - 37 , Fairfield Avenue, Bollington, Cheshire East, SK10 5LZ
Demolition of Existing Conservatory & Proposed Front Elevation alterations, Two Storey Side extension, Single Storey Rear Extension & Rear Dormer
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-11-29
View full details - - 2, Watsons Mill High Street, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5PH
Prior approval for change of use of existing attached building to the east of 2 Watsons Mill to residential use for the enjoyment of 2 Watsons Mill, Lounge/Dining with garage below
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-08-11
View full details - - 20 Hurst Lane, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5LP
Addition of new roof above existing extension to rear to include the construction of ancillary accommodation to form garden room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-05-24
View full details - - 17 Oak Lane, Kerridge, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5BD
Construction of aluminium greenhouse set on stone retaining perimeter wall.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-03-30
View full details - - 32 Grimshaw Lane, Bollington, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 5NB
Non-Material Amendment to original application10/1784M following change of ownership.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Bollington in Cheshire
Bollington is a town and civil parish located in Cheshire, England, just east of Prestbury. Historically part of the Earl of Chester's manor of Macclesfield, it is now a vibrant community with a population of 7,944 as of the 2021 census, and 7,235 residing in the built-up area. This charming town offers a unique blend of historical significance and modern development, making it an important area for planning applications and growth. The Town has a population of approximately 7,939 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bollington a particularly low-crime area.
Bollington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Pott Shrigley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Bollington includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. 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 Bollington
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Bollington. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 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 Bollington.
The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bollington were tree works (17), full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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