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28 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Barlow Moor · updated daily · Manchester City Council

Planning in Barlow Moor

Approved
72%
26 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Barlow Moor

Postcode districts

M21 216 applications in the last 12 monthsM20 242 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 Barlow Moor

Barlow Moor, located in Greater Manchester, is a historic area that bridges Didsbury and Chorlton-cum-Hardy. The neighbourhood is named after the Barlow family of Barlow Hall and is traversed by Barlow Moor Road, which connects to Wilmslow Road and Manchester Road. Key landmarks include Southern Cemetery, Chorlton Park, and the Manchester Crematorium, the UK's second crematorium, designed in the Lombard-Romanesque style. The Chorlton Park Apartments, built in 2002, also contribute to the area’s architectural landscape, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barlow Moor 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 Barlow Moor a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barlow Moor has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barlow Moor 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 Barlow Moor, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Barlow Moor. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (28), discharge of conditions (7), tree works (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barlow Moor?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Barlow Moor. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barlow Moor?
The average planning decision time near Barlow Moor is 59 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 Barlow Moor?
The planning approval rate near Barlow Moor is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barlow Moor?
The most common type of planning application near Barlow Moor is full planning applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barlow Moor?
You can search and track planning applications near Barlow Moor on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.