How long do planning decisions take near Hartshead Pike?

The average planning decision time near Hartshead Pike is 58 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 Hartshead Pike?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hartshead Pike?

The most common type of planning application near Hartshead Pike is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hartshead Pike?

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Hartshead Pike, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hartshead Pike, Greater Manchester.

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About Hartshead Pike

Hartshead Pike is a prominent hill in Tameside, Greater Manchester, distinguished by the Grade II listed monument at its summit. This scenic spot offers expansive views over Ashton-under-Lyne, Mossley, Saddleworth, Lees, and Oldham, with the potential to see as far as Manchester, Cheshire, and even Snowdonia in Wales on clear days. Its historical significance and picturesque surroundings make it a relevant point of interest for planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £179,102 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tameside
Parliamentary constituency: Stalybridge and Hyde
LSOA: Tameside 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hartshead Pike.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hartshead Pike based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hartshead Pike.

- St Georges Church Of England Primary School Stamford Street Mossley Tameside OL5 0HT
Erection of new 3.4m high external canopy, 2.4m fence and access ramp.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-06-24
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- Sovereign Hall Farm Stamford Street Mossley Tameside OL5 0JZ
Discharge of condition 8 (Contaminated Land) of planning permission 24/00544/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2024-09-23
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- Garage Site Dyson Street Mossley Tameside
Discharge conditions 2,3,4,6,10,11,12 relating to planning No. 13/00965/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2015-09-21
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A brief summary of Hartshead Pike in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Hartshead Pike show an average sale price of £179,102, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Hartshead Pike 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 Hartshead Pike includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Huddersfield Narrow Canal 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 Hartshead Pike

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Hartshead Pike. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

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

At 58 days on average, decisions near Hartshead Pike slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hartshead Pike were discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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