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Planning in Stockport

Approved
92%
132 of 144 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Stockport in the last 24 months, from Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Stockport Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Stockport

Postcode districts

SK1 135 applications in the last 12 monthsSK4 350 applications in the last 12 monthsSK3 161 applications in the last 12 monthsSK5 88 applications in the last 12 monthsSK7 434 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Stockport

Stockport, located in Greater Manchester, is a vibrant town situated 6 miles southeast of Manchester and serves as the principal settlement of the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport. The town is notable for the confluence of the rivers Goyt and Tame, which form the River Mersey. As of the 2021 census, Stockport's built-up area had a population of 117,935, while the wider borough housed 294,773 residents, highlighting its significance in regional planning and development.

Property prices in Stockport show an average sale price of £306,120, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stockport area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Stockport 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, Stockport 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 Stockport, 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, 308 planning applications were submitted near Stockport. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (75), full planning applications (37), amendments (21). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stockport?
In the last 24 months, 308 planning applications were submitted near Stockport. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stockport?
The average planning decision time near Stockport is 60 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 Stockport?
The planning approval rate near Stockport is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stockport?
The most common type of planning application near Stockport is discharge of conditions, with 75 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stockport?
You can search and track planning applications near Stockport on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.