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22 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of May Bank · updated daily · Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 22 · received or decided in the last 90 days

2 The Crossway May Bank Newcastle Staffordshire ST5 0RZAwaiting decisionT1 Sycamore - Fell due to concerns about safety, to reduce overbearing shading and alleviate a nuisance to neighbours. The tree would be replace with a Field Maple. T2 Sycamore Following removal of T1 there would be some pruning required to address the one sided nature of this tree. It is difficult to specify the exact requirement but I envisage this would be reduction of several lateral limbs by no more than 2 metres in line with BS3998. Ts Cherry Raise crown over footpath to 3 metres.Received 5 Nov 202626/00798/TWA
5 Holden Avenue May Bank Newcastle Staffordshire ST5 0NXAwaiting decisionErection of a bungalow with associated private amenity space, parking provision and access arrangements and revised parking arrangements for No.5 Holden AveReceived 5 Nov 202626/00742/FUL
15 Lower Oxford Road Basford Newcastle Staffordshire ST5 0PBApprovedReplacement of existing single glazed sash timber windows with new double glazed timber sash windows on ground and first floor, fronting Lower Oxford Road.Received 22 Oct 2026Decided 17 Aug 202626/00735/FUL
5 The Greenway May Bank Newcastle Staffordshire ST5 0RYAwaiting decisionExternal alterations to garage to facilitate the continued use of 5 The Greenway as a care home for up to two children (approved under certificate of lawfulness 22/00276/PLD) cared for by up to three carers.Received 22 Oct 202626/00744/FUL
Land South Of Merryfields Schools Hoon Avenue Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 9NYApprovedApplication for approval of Written Scheme of Archaeological Investigation (WSI) as required by condition ? of planning permission 20/01078/OUTReceived 8 Oct 2026Decided 2 Nov 202620/01078/CN20

Planning in May Bank

Approved: 93%; 53 of 56 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of May Bank in the last 24 months, from Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council's planning register.

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Around May Bank

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ST5 475 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council

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About May Bank

May Bank is a vibrant suburb located within Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, England. This area combines residential living with proximity to local amenities, making it an attractive option for those considering planning applications for development or investment in the region.

Property prices in May Bank show an average sale price of £223,596, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes May Bank a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, May Bank 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 May Bank, 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, 74 planning applications were submitted near May Bank. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near May Bank?

In the last 24 months, 74 planning applications were submitted near May Bank. The approval rate is 93%.

How long do planning decisions take near May Bank?

The average planning decision time near May Bank is 56 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 May Bank?

The planning approval rate near May Bank is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near May Bank?

The most common type of planning application near May Bank is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near May Bank?

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