How long do planning decisions take near Bickershaw?

The average planning decision time near Bickershaw is 73 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 Bickershaw?

The planning approval rate near Bickershaw is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bickershaw?

The most common type of planning application near Bickershaw is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bickershaw?

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Bickershaw, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bickershaw, Greater Manchester.

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About Bickershaw

Bickershaw is a village located within the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester, serving as a suburb of Abram. Historically part of Lancashire, it lies approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) south-southeast of Wigan, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications in the region.

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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 024D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bickershaw.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bickershaw based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bickershaw.

- 430 Bickershaw Lane Bickershaw Wigan WN2 5TL
Single storey front extension and render to all elevations following demolition of porch together with erection of 1.8m high concrete post and timber panel fence and gates
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2025-11-28
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A brief summary of Bickershaw in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Bickershaw 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 Bickershaw a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Bickershaw

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bickershaw. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 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 Bickershaw.

The average decision period of 73 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 Bickershaw were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

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