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Planning in Stockton Heath

Approved
86%
96 of 110 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Stockton Heath

Stockton Heath is a civil parish and suburb within the Borough of Warrington, Cheshire, situated between the Bridgewater Canal to the north and the Manchester Ship Canal to the south. With a population of 6,396, this vibrant community offers insight into local planning opportunities and developments relevant to the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,237 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Warrington district.

Property prices in Stockton Heath show an average sale price of £252,351, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stockton Heath 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 Stockton Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stockton Heath has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stockton Heath 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 Stockton Heath, 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, 174 planning applications were submitted near Stockton Heath. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (64), outline applications (33), discharge of conditions (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stockton Heath?
In the last 24 months, 174 planning applications were submitted near Stockton Heath. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stockton Heath?
The average planning decision time near Stockton Heath 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 Stockton Heath?
The planning approval rate near Stockton Heath is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stockton Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Stockton Heath is full planning applications, with 64 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stockton Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Stockton Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.