Cheshire East: 312 active planning applications tracked
Golden Triangle approval rate: 76% residential Q2 2025
Alderley Edge: 14 new applications submitted this month
Wilmslow: major mixed-use development approved April 2025
Prestbury Conservation Area: 3 applications pending decision
Cheshire East avg decision time: 8.4 weeks Q2 2025
Cheshire East: 312 active planning applications tracked
Golden Triangle approval rate: 76% residential Q2 2025
Alderley Edge: 14 new applications submitted this month
Wilmslow: major mixed-use development approved April 2025
Prestbury Conservation Area: 3 applications pending decision
Cheshire East avg decision time: 8.4 weeks Q2 2025
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Planning application data, approval rates, and development pipeline intelligence across Cheshire East and Cheshire West. Tracked weekly from official planning portals — so you know what's happening before the signboards go up.

Data period: Q2 2025
Applications tracked: 312 active
Areas covered: Cheshire East & West
Source: Planning Portal & CMI Analysis
Active Applications
312
↑ +18 vs Q1
Cheshire East & West
Approval Rate
76%
↑ +2% vs Q1
Residential Q2 2025
Avg Decision Time
8.4wk
↑ from 7.8wk Q1
Weeks to decision
Pending Decision
94
Applications awaiting
This week
Major Developments
12
↑ +3 vs Q1
Significant schemes

Notable Applications

Golden Triangle · Updated Weekly
INTEL · CHESHIRE EAST · PROPERTY

Cheshire East Ranked 2nd Safest Place to Buy Property in the UK

New analysis by Sell House Fast, using ONS data, ranks Cheshire East second in the UK for property safety — scoring highly across crime rates, flood risk, air pollution, road collisions and coastal erosion. Only Rutland ranks higher. The safety premium is reflected in values: average house prices in Cheshire East stand at £299,000, compared with £241,500 across higher-risk areas. For buyers and investors, Cheshire East's combination of low risk and strong values continues to underpin one of the most resilient property markets outside London.

Key Data
Source: IFA Magazine, June 2026
UK Safety Rank
2nd of all UK areas
Avg House Price
£299,000
Crime Rate
60.3 per 1,000
Flood Risk
1.1% of properties
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INTEL · ALSAGER · CHESHIRE EAST

130-Home Countryside Development Set for Approval

Outline plans for up to 130 homes on 6.6 hectares of agricultural land at Manor Farm, Alsager recommended for approval by Cheshire East planners despite objections from the town council and nearly 120 residents. Council unable to demonstrate five-year housing land supply, rendering open countryside policies effectively out of date.

Pending Decision
Board Meeting: 9 Jun 2026
Application Type
Outline Planning
Site Size
6.6 hectares
Proposed Units
Up to 130
Affordable Housing
30%
REF: 25/0847M · ALDERLEY EDGE

Residential development — 8 luxury dwellings

Demolition of existing commercial buildings and erection of 8 detached residential properties with associated landscaping, garaging, and access improvements. Prominent site on Macclesfield Road.

Approved
Decision: 14 Apr 2025
Application Type
Full Planning
Submitted
Jan 2025
Decision Time
11 weeks
Est. Value
£9.2m GDV
REF: 25/1124M · WILMSLOW

Mixed-use development — retail & residential

Conversion and extension of former bank premises to provide ground floor commercial unit (A1/A3) with 6 residential apartments above. Central Wilmslow town centre site with potential conservation area impact.

Approved
Decision: 28 Apr 2025
Application Type
Full Planning
Submitted
Feb 2025
Decision Time
9 weeks
Est. Value
£3.8m GDV
REF: 25/0992M · PRESTBURY

Extensions to Grade II listed property

Proposed single storey rear extension and internal alterations to Grade II listed farmhouse. Listed building consent required alongside full planning application. Conservation officer involvement expected.

Pending
Submitted: Mar 2025
Application Type
Listed Building
Submitted
Mar 2025
Weeks Pending
9 weeks
Conservation Area
Yes
REF: 25/0761M · KNUTSFORD

Change of use — office to residential

Conversion of two-storey office building to provide 4 self-contained residential units. Prior Approval application under Class MA permitted development rights. Town centre location.

Approved
Decision: 05 Mar 2025
Application Type
Prior Approval
Submitted
Jan 2025
Decision Time
7 weeks
Units Created
4 residential
REF: 25/1389M · ALDERLEY EDGE

Demolition & rebuild — detached dwelling

Demolition of existing 1960s detached house and erection of substantial new detached dwelling with basement, indoor pool, and extensive landscaping. High-value residential replacement scheme.

Pending
Submitted: Apr 2025
Application Type
Full Planning
Submitted
Apr 2025
Weeks Pending
5 weeks
Est. Value
£4.5m GDV

Approval Rates by Area

Residential Applications · Q2 2025
Alderley Edge
78%
22 of 28 applications approved
Wilmslow
74%
34 of 46 applications approved
Prestbury
68%
11 of 16 applications approved
Knutsford
81%
29 of 36 applications approved

Weekly Applications Digest

All Areas · Week 19 2025

Recent Submissions & Decisions

All Types
Residential
Commercial
Extensions
Reference Location Type Status Date
25/1412M Residential Alderley Edge New dwelling Pending 12 May 2025
25/1398M Extension Wilmslow Rear extension Approved 10 May 2025
25/1374M Commercial Knutsford Change of use Approved 08 May 2025
25/1361M Residential Prestbury Listed building Pending 06 May 2025
25/1344M Residential Alderley Edge Demolish & rebuild Refused 05 May 2025

Common Questions

Planning Intelligence Reference
What is the planning approval rate in Cheshire East? +
The overall residential planning approval rate in Cheshire East is approximately 76% as of Q2 2025, up 2% from Q1. Approval rates vary by area — Knutsford has the highest at 81%, while Prestbury is the most restrictive at 68%, partly due to conservation area designations and Green Belt considerations. The average decision time is 8.4 weeks, slightly above the national target of 8 weeks.
Is Prestbury in a conservation area? +
Yes — Prestbury village centre is designated as a Conservation Area, which means planning applications for alterations, extensions, and new development are subject to additional scrutiny. Works that would not normally require planning permission in other areas may require it in Prestbury's Conservation Area. Listed building consent is also required for works to any of the village's listed properties. Cheshire East Council's Conservation Officer is typically consulted on all applications within the boundary.
How long does planning permission take in Cheshire? +
The average decision time for planning applications in Cheshire East is 8.4 weeks as of Q2 2025. Householder applications (extensions, alterations) are typically decided within 8 weeks. Full planning applications for new dwellings or change of use take 8–13 weeks. Major applications involving 10 or more dwellings have a 13-week determination target. Applications in conservation areas or involving listed buildings may take longer due to additional consultation requirements.
Where can I find Cheshire East planning applications? +
Cheshire East planning applications are publicly searchable via the Cheshire East Planning Portal at cheshireeast.gov.uk/planning. You can search by reference number, address, postcode, or applicant name. Cheshire Market Intel tracks and summarises notable applications across the Golden Triangle weekly, highlighting significant residential, commercial, and development proposals that may affect property values or the local business landscape.

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