Upper Hulme, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Hulme, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Upper Hulme are administered by Staffordshire Moorlands District Council. View the full Staffordshire Moorlands District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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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Area Information
- Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
- Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
- LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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.
- - 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.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Upper Hulme a particularly low-crime area.
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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Hulme 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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