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Planning in Alder Forest

Approved
85%
28 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Alder Forest in the last 24 months, from Salford City Council's planning register.

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Around Alder Forest

Postcode districts

M30 121 applications in the last 12 monthsM28 146 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Salford City Council

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About Alder Forest

Alder Forest is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Alder Forest 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 Alder Forest 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, Alder Forest 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 Alder Forest, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Alder Forest. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), tree works (5), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alder Forest?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Alder Forest. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alder Forest?
The average planning decision time near Alder Forest 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 Alder Forest?
The planning approval rate near Alder Forest is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alder Forest?
The most common type of planning application near Alder Forest is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alder Forest?
You can search and track planning applications near Alder Forest on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.