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Planning in Heyheads

Approved
80%
28 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Heyheads

Postcode districts

OL5 46 applications in the last 12 monthsSK15 138 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Heyheads

Heyheads is the easternmost area of Stalybridge in Greater Manchester, notable for its historical significance, including the Grade II listed Moorgate Farmhouse, which dates back to the 16th century. The area features boundary cottages that signify the division between Stalybridge and Mossley, as well as the historic line between Cheshire and Lancashire. Modern housing developments emerged along Huddersfield Road in the 1970s, with additional estates constructed near Moorgate in the 1990s, reflecting the area's evolution and ongoing development potential.

Property prices in Heyheads show an average sale price of £234,491, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Heyheads 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 (May 2026). This makes Heyheads a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Heyheads has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heyheads 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 Heyheads, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Heyheads. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were outline applications (6), tree works (6), amendments (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heyheads?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Heyheads. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heyheads?
The average planning decision time near Heyheads is 40 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 Heyheads?
The planning approval rate near Heyheads is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heyheads?
The most common type of planning application near Heyheads is outline applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heyheads?
You can search and track planning applications near Heyheads on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.