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Planning in Heaviley

Approved
89%
80 of 88 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Heaviley in the last 24 months, from Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Stockport Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Heaviley

Postcode districts

SK2 167 applications in the last 12 monthsSK3 161 applications in the last 12 monthsSK1 135 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Heaviley

Heaviley is a vibrant suburb of Stockport, located in Greater Manchester, England, just 6 miles southeast of Manchester city centre. It serves as a key part of the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, which has a population of 294,773 as of the 2021 census. The area is notable for the confluence of the rivers Goyt and Tame, forming the River Mersey, making it an interesting location for planning applications related to environmental and infrastructural developments.

Property prices in Heaviley show an average sale price of £411,142, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Heaviley area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (February 2026). This makes Heaviley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heaviley 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Heaviley, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 207 planning applications were submitted near Heaviley. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (42), tree works (37), outline applications (14).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heaviley?
In the last 24 months, 207 planning applications were submitted near Heaviley. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heaviley?
The average planning decision time near Heaviley is 46 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 Heaviley?
The planning approval rate near Heaviley is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heaviley?
The most common type of planning application near Heaviley is full planning applications, with 42 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heaviley?
You can search and track planning applications near Heaviley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.