Search Ashton-in-Makerfield planning applications
18 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Ashton-in-Makerfield · updated daily · Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council
- 18 Bryn Road South Ashton-in-Makerfield Wigan WN4 8QRAwaiting decisionCreation of permanent vehicular footpath crossing and installation of drivewayReceived 3 Nov 2026A/26/101650/HH
- 10 Oriel Road Ashton-in-Makerfield Wigan WN4 9RQAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear extensionReceived 2 Nov 2026A/26/101698/HH
- Land Adjacent 245 Bryn Road Ashton-In-Makerfield Wigan WN4 8BUAwaiting decisionCondition Discharge application to discharge Condition No.4 (Drainage), Condition No.5 (Noise) and Condition No.6 (Contamination) in respect of approved application A/23/95359/FULLReceived 30 Oct 2026A/26/101735/CON
- 25A Gerard Street Ashton-in-makerfield Wigan WN4 9ANAwaiting decisionInstallation of new shop door, refurbishment of existing shopfront and installation of air conditioning units at rearReceived 26 Oct 2026A/26/101592/FULL
- 25A Gerard Street Ashton-in-makerfield Wigan WN4 9ANAwaiting decisionTo display one internally illuminated fascia sign and one internally illuminated projecting sign, together with manifestation to glazingReceived 26 Oct 2026A/26/101593/ADV
Planning in Ashton-in-Makerfield
- Approved
- 92%
- 57 of 61 decided
- Decision time
- about 10 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ashton-in-Makerfield in the last 24 months, from Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Ashton-in-Makerfield
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WN4 102 applications in the last 12 monthsWA3 256 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council
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About Ashton-in-Makerfield
Ashton-in-Makerfield is a market town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester, just 4 miles south of Wigan. With a population of 26,380 as of the 2021 census, it offers a vibrant community that may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ashton-in-Makerfield 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 Ashton-in-Makerfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
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In the last 24 months, 83 planning applications were submitted near Ashton-in-Makerfield. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (13), tree works (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).