Hough (SK9), Cheshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hough (SK9), Cheshire.
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Planning applications in Hough (SK9) are administered by Cheshire East Council. View the full Cheshire East Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hough (SK9)
Hough is a quaint village located in Cheshire East, England, approximately 3 miles south of Crewe and 4 miles east of Nantwich. Now part of the parish of Hough and Chorlton, it had a population of 808 according to the 2011 Census and encompasses a portion of Goodalls Corner. The village is surrounded by several other communities, including Basford, Chorlton, Shavington, Weston, and Wybunbury, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications.
Population: 742 (2021)
District: Cheshire East
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Area Information
- Admin district: Cheshire East
- Parliamentary constituency: Tatton
- LSOA: Cheshire East 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hough (SK9).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hough (SK9).
- 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 Hough (SK9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Hough (SK9).
- - SQUIRREL BANK Mottram Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7DS
Japanese Maple - light clipping works paying particular attention to the limbs over the garden, hedge and neighbours garden. Himalayan Birch group - Reduce the canopy in height by 40% and prune side l
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - - Woodgarth Mottram Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7JF
Rear porch extension over existing external steps
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Keepwood, 20 Moss Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HZ
First floor side elevation extension and external alterations
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - Bracken Hill Mottram Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7JF
Lawful development certificate to confirm the works undertaken on site including the demolition of the stables block in accordance with the approved plan constitute a "material operation comprised in
Type: Amendment | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - The Tower House, 4 Croston Close, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7BX
Erection of domestic outbuilding.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-08-08
View full details - - 8 Moss Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HZ
Discharge of Conditions 10, 12 &13 24/0693M - Variation of condition 2 on appeal reference APP/R0660/W/21/3268648 relating to application 20/4003M - Demolition of existing dwelling and its replacement
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-03-22
View full details - - Bracken Hill Mottram Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7JF
Discharge of Condition 5 on 19/0569M - Proposed replacement dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-11-25
View full details - - Little Holme, 40 Moss Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HZ
Prior approval of Side and rear extension extending 8m beyond the rear wall, maximum height of 4m and eaves height of 3m.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-08-23
View full details - - Keepwood, 20 Moss Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, SK9 7HZ
Prior approval for single storey rear extension, extending 8 metres beyond the rear wall, maximum height of 4 metres and eaves height of 2.70 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-06-09
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A brief summary of Hough (SK9) in Cheshire
Hough is a quaint village located in Cheshire East, England, approximately 3 miles south of Crewe and 4 miles east of Nantwich. Now part of the parish of Hough and Chorlton, it had a population of 808 according to the 2011 Census and encompasses a portion of Goodalls Corner. The village is surrounded by several other communities, including Basford, Chorlton, Shavington, Weston, and Wybunbury, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 742 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hough (SK9) a particularly low-crime area.
Hough (SK9) 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 Hough (SK9) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Alderley Edge SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Hough (SK9)
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Hough (SK9). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hough (SK9) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hough (SK9) were full planning applications (19), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (8). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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