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Planning in Bradley Fold

Approved
74%
28 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bradley Fold

Postcode districts

BL2 225 applications in the last 12 monthsBL3 281 applications in the last 12 monthsM26 119 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Bradley Fold

Bradley Fold is a small district in the Metropolitan Borough of Bury, Greater Manchester, situated approximately 3 miles from both Bolton and Bury. It falls under the Radcliffe North ward of Bury Council and is part of the Bury North parliamentary constituency following the 2024 general election. Notably, residents have Bolton postal addresses and telephone numbers, despite being governed by Bury Council, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bradley Fold 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 Bradley Fold, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Bradley Fold. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bradley Fold?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Bradley Fold. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bradley Fold?
The average planning decision time near Bradley Fold is 71 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 Bradley Fold?
The planning approval rate near Bradley Fold is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bradley Fold?
The most common type of planning application near Bradley Fold is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bradley Fold?
You can search and track planning applications near Bradley Fold on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.