Hulme Walfield, Cheshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hulme Walfield, Cheshire.
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Planning applications in Hulme Walfield are administered by Cheshire East Council. View the full Cheshire East Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hulme Walfield
Hulme Walfield is a quaint village and civil parish located just north of Congleton in Cheshire East. Known for its proximity to Westlow Mere, the area had a population of 140 in the 2001 census, which saw a slight increase to 148 by the 2011 census. This tranquil setting may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and residents alike.
Population: 473 (2021)
District: Cheshire East
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £257,904 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cheshire East
- Parliamentary constituency: Congleton
- LSOA: Cheshire East 027A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hulme Walfield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hulme Walfield.
- 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 Hulme Walfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Hulme Walfield.
- - Chapel House Wornish Nook, Somerford Booths, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 2JP
Certificate of lawful development for proposed workshop/log store.
Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Chapel House Wornish Nook, Somerford Booths, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 2JP
Proposed workshop/log store
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Sarnia Giantswood Lane, Somerford Booths, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 2JN
Replace the existing tarmac drive and increase the size to allow turning space by tarmacing some front lawn
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - Chapel House Wornish Nook, Somerford Booths, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 2JP
Certificate of lawful development for proposed detached double garage.
Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - Land Between Manchester Road And Giantswood Lane, Hulme Walfield, Cheshire East,
Discharge of condition 9 on approved application 24/1511C - Reserved Matters application for appearance, landscaping, layout & scale following Outline approval 17/1000C for up to 500 dwellings, site f
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Shannock Farm Giantswood Lane, Somerford Booths, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 2JN
Conversion of Existing Outbuilding to Ancillary Residential Accommodation to Farmhouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - Shannock Farm Giantswood Lane, Somerford Booths, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 2JN
Agricultural determination for the erection of a new building for the storage of baled fodder produce and machinery
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-06-30
View full details - - Orchard Cottage, Wornish Nook, Somerford Booths, Congleton, CW12 2JP
Discharge of Conditions 5,6,7 & 8 on 23/3817C - Conversion of garage block with ancillary residential accommodation at first floor to a separate dwellinghouse and ancillary works
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-03-15
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A brief summary of Hulme Walfield in Cheshire
Hulme Walfield is a quaint village and civil parish located just north of Congleton in Cheshire East. Known for its proximity to Westlow Mere, the area had a population of 140 in the 2001 census, which saw a slight increase to 148 by the 2011 census. This tranquil setting may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and residents alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 473 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.
Property prices in Hulme Walfield show an average sale price of £257,904, 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 Hulme Walfield a particularly low-crime area.
Hulme Walfield 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 Hulme Walfield includes 4 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, Hulme Walfield 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 Hulme Walfield
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Hulme Walfield. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hulme Walfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Hulme Walfield were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development was submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.