How long do planning decisions take near Stake Hill?

The average planning decision time near Stake Hill is 85 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 Stake Hill?

The planning approval rate near Stake Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stake Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Stake Hill is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stake Hill?

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Stake Hill, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stake Hill, Greater Manchester.

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Planning applications in Stake Hill are administered by Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stake Hill

Stake Hill is a rural residential suburb located in the Shire of Murray, Greater Manchester, with a population of 469 as of August 10, 2021. This area provides a unique blend of rural charm and suburban living, making it a potential focus for planning applications related to housing and community development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Rochdale
Parliamentary constituency: Heywood and Middleton North
LSOA: Rochdale 022B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stake Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stake Hill.

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 Stake Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Stake Hill.

- Land Adjacent To Between 80 64 Stakehill Lane Middleton M24 2RX
Request for a Tree Preservation Order for a wooded area of mixed species containing Hawthorn, Elder, Sycamore, Ash, Silver Birch, Beech, Spruce and Leylandii Pine trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-09-29
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- Land North And East Of Stakehill Industrial Estate, Middleton
Outline planning application (with all matters reserved except the means access) for the development of up to 314 residential dwellings (Use Class C3) and employment uses (Use Class B2/B8 including an
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-04-07
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- Land North And East Of Stakehill Industrial Estate Middleton
Request for scoping opinion in respect of outline planning application for the development of B2/B8 land use and 350 residential dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2024-04-04
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- Stakehill Industrial Estate Finlan Road Middleton M24 2SJ
Prior notification for the installation of a 5G 15m high telecommunications street pole together with associated equipment cabinets
Status: Conditions | Type: Telecoms | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2023-04-14
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A brief summary of Stake Hill in Greater Manchester

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Stake Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Stake Hill has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Castleton (South). 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 Stake Hill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Rochdale Canal SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Rochdale Canal. 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 Stake Hill

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Stake Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Stake Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Stake Hill were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 25% 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, 3 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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