How long do planning decisions take near Blackford Bridge?

The average planning decision time near Blackford Bridge 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 Blackford Bridge?

The planning approval rate near Blackford Bridge is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blackford Bridge?

The most common type of planning application near Blackford Bridge is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blackford Bridge?

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Blackford Bridge, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blackford Bridge, Greater Manchester.

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Planning applications in Blackford Bridge are administered by Bury Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Bury Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Blackford Bridge

Blackford Bridge, also referred to as Pucketts Hole Bridge, is a historic Pratt through truss bridge situated near Lebanon in Russell County, Virginia. Constructed by the Groton Bridge Company in 1889, this two-span structure spans over 220 feet (67 m) across the Clinch River, making it a significant landmark for those involved in planning applications and heritage considerations in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Bury
Parliamentary constituency: Bury North
LSOA: Bury 013A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blackford Bridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Blackford Bridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Blackford Bridge.

73180 - 8 Apollo Avenue, Bury, BL9 8HG
Single storey side/rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Bury | Date: 2026-05-22
- 825 and 825a Manchester Road, Bury BL9 9TP
Lawful Development Certificate for existing use of 825 Manchester Road as Fish and Chip shop restaurant (Class E(b)) - larger of the two units and 825a Manchester Road as Hair Salon (Class E(c)(iii) -
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bury | Date: 2026-04-23
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73115 - 825 and 825a Manchester Road, Bury BL9 9TP
Lawful Development Certificate for existing use of 825 Manchester Road as Fish and Chip shop rest...
Status: Undecided | Council: Bury | Date: 2026-04-23
- 918 Manchester Road, Bury, BL9 8DW
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bury | Date: 2023-07-12
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A brief summary of Blackford Bridge in Greater Manchester

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

Blackford Bridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: All Saints, Whitefield. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blackford Bridge 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.

Planning Activity in Blackford Bridge

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Blackford Bridge. Of these, 80% 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 Blackford Bridge.

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 Blackford Bridge were full planning applications (18), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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