How long do planning decisions take near Aspull?

The average planning decision time near Aspull is 54 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 Aspull?

The planning approval rate near Aspull is 38%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Aspull?

The most common type of planning application near Aspull is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Aspull?

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Aspull, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Aspull, Greater Manchester.

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About Aspull

Aspull is a charming village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester, with a population of approximately 4,977 residents. Historically part of Lancashire, it is nestled amidst greenbelt and agricultural land, offering scenic views of Winter Hill and the West Pennine Moors. Borsdane Wood, which features a brook, separates Aspull from the nearby town of Westhoughton to the southeast, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications focused on residential and rural development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £209,750 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wigan
Parliamentary constituency: Makerfield
LSOA: Wigan 026C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Aspull.

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 Aspull based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Aspull.

- Street Record Ratcliffe Road Aspull
T1 and T2 Alder Fell. Both trees diseased with Trametes versicolor and Stereum hirsutum
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 1 Exeter Drive Aspull Wigan WN2 1XD
Dormer to rear with window in gable elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 27 Stancliffe Grove Aspull Wigan WN2 1YG
Single storey rear extension with external render and associated external alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2025-12-01
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- 25 Stancliffe Grove Aspull Wigan WN2 1YG
Single storey extension to rear following removal of existing detached garage, installation of rooflights to front, side and rear and render to all elevations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2024-10-04
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- 5 Warwick Road Aspull Wigan WN2 1XA
Certificate of lawful development for a rear dormer extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Wigan | Date: 2024-10-03
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- 4 Brayford Drive Aspull Wigan WN2 1RQ
Certificate of Lawful Development for a proposed single storey extension to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wigan | Date: 2023-09-06
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A brief summary of Aspull in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Aspull show an average sale price of £209,750, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Aspull a particularly low-crime area.

Aspull has one conservation area within its boundaries: Haigh Village, Haigh. 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.

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Planning Activity in Aspull

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Aspull. Of these, 38% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Aspull.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Aspull were full planning applications (7), outline applications (6), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.

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