How long do planning decisions take near Broadbottom?

The average planning decision time near Broadbottom is 70 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 Broadbottom?

The planning approval rate near Broadbottom is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Broadbottom?

The most common type of planning application near Broadbottom is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broadbottom?

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Broadbottom, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broadbottom, Greater Manchester.

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

About Broadbottom

Broadbottom is a village located in Tameside, Greater Manchester, England, historically part of Cheshire. Nestled along the River Etherow, it serves as a natural boundary with Derbyshire, making it an area of interest for planning applications due to its unique geographical position and historical significance.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,406 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tameside
Parliamentary constituency: Stalybridge and Hyde
LSOA: Tameside 028B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broadbottom.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broadbottom based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Broadbottom.

- Land At Ashworth Lane And Stockport Road Mottram Tameside SK14 6QH
Full discharge of Condition 16 (Soft Landscaping Scheme) of planning reference 23/01063/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-07-06
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26/00063/PLCOND - Land At Ashworth Lane And Stockport Road Mottram Tameside SK14 6QH
Full discharge of Condition 16 (Soft Landscaping Scheme) of planning reference 23/01063/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-07-06
- Land At Ashworth Lane And Stockport Road Mottram Tameside
Full discharge of Condition 13 (Travel Plan) and Condition 22 (Noise Impact Assessment) of planning reference 23/01063/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-01-28
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- 255 Broadbottom Road Mottram Tameside SK14 6HY
New build single storey detached garage to house applicants vehicle
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Ashworth Lane And Stockport Road Hattersley
Discharge of condition 3 (materials) and 10 (highway works) of planning permission 23/01063/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-04-23
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- Site Of Former District Centre Hattersley Road East And Beaufort Road Mottram Tameside
Non-material amendment to planning application 19/00963/FUL. Amendments to include; - Curtain Walling arrangements to accommodate smoke ventilation louvres at upper floors, and in-line with updated st
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-01-31
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- Land At Ashworth Lane And Stockport Road Hattersley
Discharge of conditions 3 (materials), 5 (onsite street furniture), 11 (construction and environmental management plan), 12 (cycle parking), 15 (Construction Training and Employment Management Plan),
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2024-05-16
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A brief summary of Broadbottom in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Broadbottom show an average sale price of £221,406, 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 Broadbottom a particularly low-crime area.

Broadbottom has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Broadbottom includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Broadbottom

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Broadbottom. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Broadbottom.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Broadbottom slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Broadbottom were discharge of conditions (5), amendments (3), outline applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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