What is the planning approval rate near Swettenham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Swettenham?

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

How can I track planning applications near Swettenham?

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Swettenham, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swettenham, Cheshire.

Cheshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Swettenham are administered by Cheshire East Council. View the full Cheshire East Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Swettenham

Swettenham is a quaint village and civil parish located within Cheshire East, England, with a population that grew from 248 in 2001 to 291 by the 2011 Census. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Kermincham, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 290 (2021)

District: Cheshire East

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,120 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire East
Parliamentary constituency: Macclesfield
LSOA: Cheshire East 020A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swettenham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Swettenham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Swettenham.

- Cloud Hill Farm Congleton Road, Swettenham, Congleton, Cheshire East, CW12 2NE
Discharge of conditions 10 and 13 on approval 23/2538C: Proposed extension of existing barn to 1no. dwelling, replacement of existing lean-to with timber framed garage structure and associated landsca
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-06
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A brief summary of Swettenham in Cheshire

Property prices in Swettenham show an average sale price of £289,120, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Swettenham has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Swettenham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Holly Banks SSSI, River Dane SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Swettenham

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Swettenham. Of these, 100% were approved.

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

The most common application types near Swettenham were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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