Henbury, Cheshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Henbury, Cheshire.
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Planning applications in Henbury are administered by Cheshire East Council. View the full Cheshire East Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Henbury
Henbury is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Cheshire East unitary authority, with a population of 594 as recorded in the 2001 census. Situated 3.8 miles west of Macclesfield along the A537, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community developments.
Population: 651 (2021)
District: Cheshire East
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £314,115 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cheshire East
- Parliamentary constituency: Macclesfield
- LSOA: Cheshire East 018C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Henbury.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Henbury.
- 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 Henbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Henbury.
- - 4 Williams Way, Henbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK11 9NR
Mature Quercus Robur T1 Crown reduce upto 2m in branch length to BS 3998 (2010) Revised. Removal of damaged branches is only recommended if the damage will not foreseeable occlude. Removal of any majo
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - 24 Henbury Rise, Henbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK11 9NW
Certificate of proposed lawful development for the removal of existing conservatory lantern roof and replacement with new EPDM membrane flat roof with rooflights
Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 62 Chelford Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 3LQ
The construction single storey rear extension measuring 9.08m x 4.0m x 2.9m (from ground)
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 109a Whirley Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 3JW
T3. Scots Pine - Fell to ground level.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-06-01
View full details - - 18 Henbury Rise, Henbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK11 9NW
Alteration to Roof pitch to increase ridge and dormer to Rear elevation
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details - - Stables And Paddock Off, CHELFORD ROAD, HENBURY
Change of use of land to equestrian, including the erection of 2 stable buildings, associated for the keeping of horses together with associated vehicular access track, an area of hardstanding and fen
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-07-12
View full details - - Land South Of, CHELFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD
Discharge of conditions 4, 6, 12, 25, 26 & 28 on application 19/5582M
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-01-30
View full details - - 97 Chelford Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 3LQ
Proposed first floor, works to front gate and garage height increased
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-08-04
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A brief summary of Henbury in Cheshire
Henbury is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Cheshire East unitary authority, with a population of 594 as recorded in the 2001 census. Situated 3.8 miles west of Macclesfield along the A537, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 651 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.
Property prices in Henbury show an average sale price of £314,115, 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 Henbury a particularly low-crime area.
Henbury 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 Henbury includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Henbury 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.
Planning Activity in Henbury
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Henbury. Of these, 0% were approved.
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 Henbury.
The most common application types near Henbury were full planning applications (10), outline applications (5), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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