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Planning in Belfield

Approved
82%
70 of 83 decided
Decision time
about 2 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Belfield in the last 24 months, from Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Rochdale Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Belfield

Postcode districts

OL16 145 applications in the last 12 monthsOL11 121 applications in the last 12 monthsOL15 43 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Belfield

Belfield is a residential area located in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, positioned approximately 1.3 miles east-northeast of Rochdale's town centre. It is situated at the junction of the River Beal and River Roch, with the Rochdale Canal marking its eastern boundary, which separates it from the Firgrove area of Milnrow. This strategic location may influence planning applications related to residential development and infrastructure in the vicinity. It sits within the Rochdale district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Belfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Belfield has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Belfield 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 Belfield, 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, 91 planning applications were submitted near Belfield. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 16 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (44), outline applications (22), discharge of conditions (8).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Belfield?
In the last 24 months, 91 planning applications were submitted near Belfield. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Belfield?
The average planning decision time near Belfield is 16 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 Belfield?
The planning approval rate near Belfield is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Belfield?
The most common type of planning application near Belfield is full planning applications, with 44 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Belfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Belfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.