Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester · England · Town
About Ashton-Under-Lyne
Ashton-under-Lyne, commonly referred to as Ashton, is a vibrant market town located in Tameside, Greater Manchester. With a population of 48,604 as of the 2021 census, it boasts a rich history rooted in Lancashire. Situated on the north bank of the River Tame and at the foothills of the Pennines, Ashton is approximately six miles east of Manchester, making it an important area for prospective planning applications and developments.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £185,965 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tameside
- Parliamentary constituency: Ashton-under-Lyne
- LSOA: Tameside 004D
Crime Statistics
2 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ashton-Under-Lyne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ashton-Under-Lyne.
- 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 Ashton-Under-Lyne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
120 planning applications found near Ashton-Under-Lyne.
- - 2A Henrietta Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 6EF
Conversion of existing first floor flat into 2no. flats
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Tameside College Beaufort Road Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 6NX
Certificate of proposed lawful development for the construction of a single storey detached building supporting construction skills hub (Schedule 2, Part 7, Class M of the GPDO 2015 (as amended).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 146 - 148 Mossley Road Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 6NA
Alternation of the existing ground floor retail unit to create two separate commercial units, including internal reconfigurations to provide a shared staff breakroom and shared storage area, along wit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 21 Firs Avenue Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 8PL
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 24 Albemarle Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 9NR
Lawful Development Certificate for Existing Use: Conversion of the property from residential (Use Class C3) to 3-6 person HMO (Use Class C4) having been this continuously since August 2020.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - The Hurst Laundry 1930 Ltd Holden Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 9JB
Co-living scheme (Sui Generis) comprising 36 units (incl. ensuite and kitchenettes), shared communal kitchen/dining facilities, communal social space and gym, a publicly accessible café and launderett
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - Unit 2 Union Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 6HL
Full discharge of Condition 3 (Materials) of planning reference 25/00332/FUL
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Lowes Joinery Holden Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 9JD
RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR CHANGE OF USE TO RETAIL UNIT
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 31 Canterbury Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 6HX
Lawful Development Certificate for Existing Use: Conversion of the property from residential (Use Class C3) to 5-bedroom HMO (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 25 Russell Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 9QS
Full discharge of Condition 3 (Materials) and Condition 6 (CEMP) of planning reference 24/00795/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - 15 Parry Walk Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 9JS
Change of use from Dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to 3 bed HMO (Use Class C4)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-10-16
View full details - - 20 Albemarle Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 9NR
Lawful Development Certificate for Existing Use: Conversion of the property from residential (Use Class C3) to HMO for up to 6 persons (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - 80 Alexandra Road Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 8LG
Proposed extension to existing outbuilding and replacement of flat roof to pitched roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 12 Pot Hill Square Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 9JY
SINGLE STOREY REAR SIDE EXTENSION
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-07-08
View full details - - 39 Canterbury Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 6HX
Full discharge of Condition 2 (Materials) of planning reference 21/00165/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - Masjid Ar-Raheem Mosque 14 Stanhope Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 9QZ
Extensions to existing Mosque building. The proposals are to achieve an increase to the internal usable floor area to provide additional prayer space and class rooms.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-04-01
View full details - - Former Site Of 139 Whiteacre Road Ashton-under-lyne Tameside
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 22/01188/FUL - Construction of 2 storey attached dwelling on land adjacent to 141 Whiteacre Road (re-submission of planning approval 16
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-03-27
View full details - - 10 Queens Road Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 8EQ
(RETROSPECTIVE) Change of use from Class C3 (Dwellinghouse) to Class C2 (Residential Institution) to provide supported accommodation for up to 3 young adults (aged 16-22) with on-site support staff op
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-03-13
View full details - - 33 Canterbury Street Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 6HX
Conversion of property from residential (Use Class C3) to HMO for up to 6 persons (Use Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-02-28
View full details - - 126 - 128 Mossley Road Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 6ND
Change of Use from Takeaway with accommodation to 1no. 3-bed dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-02-10
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A brief summary of Ashton-Under-Lyne in Greater Manchester
Ashton-under-Lyne, commonly referred to as Ashton, is a vibrant market town located in Tameside, Greater Manchester. With a population of 48,604 as of the 2021 census, it boasts a rich history rooted in Lancashire. Situated on the north bank of the River Tame and at the foothills of the Pennines, Ashton is approximately six miles east of Manchester, making it an important area for prospective planning applications and developments.
Property prices in Ashton-Under-Lyne show an average sale price of £185,965, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Ashton-Under-Lyne is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Ashton-Under-Lyne 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 Ashton-Under-Lyne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Huddersfield Narrow Canal SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Ashton-Under-Lyne
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Ashton-Under-Lyne. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Ashton-Under-Lyne maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Ashton-Under-Lyne were full planning applications (29), amendments (12), discharge of conditions (11). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 11 medium-scale applications, 63 smaller schemes were submitted.
49 planning appeals were lodged, of which 10 were allowed and 39 were dismissed (20% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 42 applications
- Refused: 5 applications
- Withdrawn: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 26 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.