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Planning in Prestbury

Approved
92%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Prestbury in the last 24 months, from Cheshire East Council's planning register.

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Around Prestbury

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About Prestbury

Prestbury is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Cheshire, England, approximately 2 miles north of Macclesfield. With a population that grew from 3,324 in 2001 to 3,471 in 2011, the area is characterized by its close-knit community and historic charm. The ecclesiastical parish closely aligns with the former local government ward, which includes the civil parishes of Adlington and Mottram St Andrew, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,359 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.

Property prices in Prestbury show an average sale price of £314,115, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Prestbury 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 Prestbury, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Prestbury. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Prestbury?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Prestbury. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Prestbury?
The average planning decision time near Prestbury is 53 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 Prestbury?
The planning approval rate near Prestbury is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Prestbury?
The most common type of planning application near Prestbury is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Prestbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Prestbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.