Upper Hulme, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Hulme, Staffordshire.

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About Upper Hulme

Upper Hulme is a picturesque hamlet in North Staffordshire, nestled between the market town of Leek and the spa town of Buxton. Situated along the upper reaches of the River Churnet, it features a recently restored mill with a working water wheel, although its future plans remain uncertain. The area is accessible via several footpaths, including the scenic Peak District Boundary Walk that runs through the village, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £203,060 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

• Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
• Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
• LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 001C

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

• violent-crime: 4
• anti-social-behaviour: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Hulme.

Keyword Scorecard

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

• 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 Upper Hulme based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Upper Hulme.

1. - DAINS HULME ROACH ROAD UPPER HULME STAFFORDSHIRE ST13 8TY
   Felling Ash tree to ground level.
   Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Peak District | Date: 2023-03-31
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A brief summary of Upper Hulme in Staffordshire

Upper Hulme is a picturesque hamlet in North Staffordshire, nestled between the market town of Leek and the spa town of Buxton. Situated along the upper reaches of the River Churnet, it features a recently restored mill with a working water wheel, although its future plans remain uncertain. The area is accessible via several footpaths, including the scenic Peak District Boundary Walk that runs through the village, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications.

Property prices in Upper Hulme show an average sale price of £203,060, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Upper Hulme is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Upper Hulme has one conservation area within its boundaries: Upper Hulme. 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 Upper Hulme includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Thorncliffe Moor SSSI, Leek Moors SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 4 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Peak District Moors (South Pennine Moors Phase 1); 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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