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Planning in Abbey Hey

Approved
69%
33 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Abbey Hey in the last 24 months, from Manchester City Council's planning register.

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Around Abbey Hey

Postcode districts

M18 46 applications in the last 12 monthsM11 70 applications in the last 12 monthsM34 205 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Manchester City Council

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About Abbey Hey

Abbey Hey is a vibrant area within Gorton, Manchester, notable for its community amenities, including the expansive Debdale Park and the educational institution Wright Robinson College. This locale presents various development opportunities and planning considerations for potential projects, making it an area of interest for planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Abbey Hey area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Abbey Hey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Abbey Hey 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Abbey Hey, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Abbey Hey. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Abbey Hey?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Abbey Hey. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Abbey Hey?
The average planning decision time near Abbey Hey is 64 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Abbey Hey?
The planning approval rate near Abbey Hey is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Abbey Hey?
The most common type of planning application near Abbey Hey is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Abbey Hey?
You can search and track planning applications near Abbey Hey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.