Marple, Greater Manchester Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Marple, Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester · England · Town
About Marple
Marple is a town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, Greater Manchester, situated along the River Goyt. Approximately 9 miles southeast of Manchester and 4 miles southeast of Stockport, the town had a population of 12,970 according to the 2021 census. Its strategic location and residential character make it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £411,142 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Stockport
- Parliamentary constituency: Hazel Grove
- LSOA: Stockport 009D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Marple.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Marple.
- 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 Marple based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Marple.
- - The Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church Leigh Avenue Marple Stockport SK6 6DF
Non-Material Amendment to planning permission DC089242, to comprise amendments to external works, canopy and car parking/access layout.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Stockport | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - 18 Croxton Close Marple Stockport SK6 7RQ
Demolition of rear conservatory and construction of single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stockport | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 49 Hollins Lane Marple Stockport SK6 6AW
Proposed ground floor rear extension with associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stockport | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 118A Stockport Road Marple Stockport SK6 6AH
Alterations to existing ground floor front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stockport | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Marple House Stockport Road Marple Stockport SK6 6BD
First floor flat roof side extension over existing stores to provide additional office space
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stockport | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - Carver Theatre 1A Chadwick Street Marple Stockport SK6 7AX
Discharge of condition 4 of planning permission DC096329
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Stockport | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 13 Cross Lane Marple Stockport SK6 6DJ
Double storey side/rear and single storey part rear extension and removal of existing conservatory.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stockport | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 16 Hibbert Lane Marple Stockport SK6 7NL
Installation of new New front driveway and vehicular access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stockport | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Rear Of Footway Between 34 And 35 Hollins Green Road Marple Stockport SK6 6AN
expansion of the Openreach PIA infrastructure, 1 new telegraph pole to the rear of the footway between 34 and 35 Hollins Green Road. NP:07-ST-MAR-AG4
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Stockport | Date: 2025-10-10
View full details - - 13 Leigh Avenue Marple Stockport SK6 6DF
Proposed rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stockport | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 32 Carver Road Marple Stockport SK6 7PS
Single storey rear extension and first floor side/rear extension on a semi detached dwelling house.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stockport | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 27 Hollins Green Road Marple Stockport SK6 6AN
Single storey front extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stockport | Date: 2024-12-16
View full details - - 46 Market Street Marple Stockport SK6 7AD
Discharge of conditions 3 and 4 of planning permission DC093415 (Reconsultation)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Stockport | Date: 2024-11-12
View full details - - 88 Stockport Road Marple Stockport SK6 6AH
Removal of original shop door on east elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Stockport | Date: 2024-07-11
View full details - - Arbour Court Nursing Home Buxton Lane Marple Stockport SK6 7QL
Ash tree - Fell - Dead. Horse Chestnut - Fell - Dead. Silver Birch - Fell - Leaning towards the building and encroaching. Beech tree - Crown reduce by 1-2meters, Crown lift up to 3m to allow more ligh
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stockport | Date: 2024-06-24
View full details - - 48 Stockport Road Marple Stockport SK6 6AB
Discharge of conditions 2, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14 of planning permission DC085454
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Stockport | Date: 2023-03-29
View full details - - 13 Shirley Avenue MarpleStockport SK6 6DG
Proposed single / two storey side extension together with single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stockport | Date: 2023-01-07
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A brief summary of Marple in Greater Manchester
Marple is a town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, Greater Manchester, situated along the River Goyt. Approximately 9 miles southeast of Manchester and 4 miles southeast of Stockport, the town had a population of 12,970 according to the 2021 census. Its strategic location and residential character make it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Marple show an average sale price of £411,142, 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 Marple a particularly low-crime area.
Marple has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: All Saints', Marple, Station Road and Winnington Road, Marple, Macclesfield Canal, Peak Forest Canal, Marple Bridge. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Marple includes 11 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, Marple 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 Marple
In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Marple. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Marple may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Marple were full planning applications (26), tree works (13), discharge of conditions (9). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 23 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 37 applications
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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.