Wilmslow, Cheshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wilmslow, Cheshire.
Cheshire · England · Town
About Wilmslow
Wilmslow is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in the borough of Cheshire East, England, approximately 11 miles south of Manchester and 7 miles northwest of Macclesfield. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 26,213, with the built-up area housing 25,725 residents. This demographic information is crucial for those considering planning applications in the area, as it reflects the town's growth and community needs.
Population: 26,265 (2021)
District: Cheshire East
Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Wilmslow.
Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £493,754 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cheshire East
- Parliamentary constituency: Tatton
- LSOA: Cheshire East 004E
Crime Statistics
46 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 24
- anti-social-behaviour: 4
- burglary: 4
- public-order: 4
- criminal-damage-arson: 3
- drugs: 3
- other-theft: 2
- shoplifting: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wilmslow.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wilmslow.
- 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 Wilmslow based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Wilmslow.
- - 1 Harefield Drive, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 1NJ
Discharge of conditions 4, 5, 12 and 13 on approval 23/1913M: Demolition of existing building and provision of new two storey disability adapted dwelling to include hydro therapy pool room and carers
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 32 Hawthorn Street, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 5EJ
Prior Approval for proposed single storey rear extension to existing kitchen extending 3.39m beyond the rear wall, maximum height of 3m and eaves height of 2.70m
Type: Outline | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - The Burrow, 7 Harefield Drive, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 1NJ
Amendment to Window Placement and Extension above Boot room.
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 32 Curzon Mews, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 5JN
Single storey rear extension and garage conversion
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Footpath Outside 47-49 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, SK9 1NZ
Installation of 1No. BT Street Hub Unit and associated advertisement panels on either side of the unit.
Type: Advertising | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - 23 Edgeway, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 1NH
Discharge of condition 18 on approved application 24/1877M: Demolition of bungalow and erection of two detached houses.
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-09-24
View full details - - 9 Oak Lea Avenue, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 1QL
Erection of two-storey side extension, single-storey side extension, replacement roof and new enclosed porch. Plus, associated external alterations including replacement windows and associated landsca
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - 3 Edgeway, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 1NH
A part single and two storey rear extension and a first floor side extension over existing.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-12-23
View full details - - 4 Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 5HX
Single storey rear extension with minor internal and external alterations to existing building.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-12-07
View full details - - 101 Hawthorn Street, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 5EJ
Addition of a part single, part first floor extension to the side and rear of the existing dwelling to include associated internal alterations.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-12-02
View full details - - Royal London House Alderley Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9 1PF
Horse Chestnut (T1) - Fell (Tree Dead)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-09-16
View full details - - 5, Chapel Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5HZ
Demolition of existing orangery, construction of replacement single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-08-02
View full details - - 7, HAREFIELD DRIVE, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE, SK9 1NJ
External walls to be extended up to create a full second floor rather than a dormer bungalow and a rear two-storey extension, to be finished with a hip/gable roof. Additionally, a small side single-st
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2023-11-01
View full details
Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.
A brief summary of Wilmslow in Cheshire
Wilmslow is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in the borough of Cheshire East, England, approximately 11 miles south of Manchester and 7 miles northwest of Macclesfield. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 26,213, with the built-up area housing 25,725 residents. This demographic information is crucial for those considering planning applications in the area, as it reflects the town's growth and community needs. The Town has a population of approximately 26,265 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cheshire East district.
Property prices in Wilmslow show an average sale price of £493,754, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Wilmslow area recorded 46 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lindow Common SSSI. 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, Wilmslow 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.
Planning Activity in Wilmslow
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Wilmslow. The average decision time was 26 days.
The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Wilmslow were full planning applications (29), tree works (10), discharge of conditions (7). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Fulshaw Park planning applications
- Harden Park planning applications
- Davenport Green planning applications
- Wilmslow Park planning applications
- Pownall Park planning applications
- Alderley Edge planning applications
- Lacey Green planning applications
- Finney Green planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.