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Planning in Hem Heath

Approved
93%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hem Heath in the last 24 months, from Stoke-on-Trent City Council's planning register.

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Around Hem Heath

Postcode districts

ST4 186 applications in the last 12 monthsST3 107 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stoke-on-Trent City Council

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About Hem Heath

Hem Heath is a district located in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, situated just south of the Bet365 Stadium, which was constructed on the site of the former Hem Heath Colliery. This area is of interest for planning applications due to its proximity to significant infrastructure and its historical industrial background.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Hem Heath 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, Hem Heath 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Hem Heath, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Hem Heath. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (3), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hem Heath?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Hem Heath. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hem Heath?
The average planning decision time near Hem Heath is 76 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 Hem Heath?
The planning approval rate near Hem Heath is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hem Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Hem Heath is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hem Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Hem Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.