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Planning in Burnage

Approved
88%
46 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burnage in the last 24 months, from Manchester City Council's planning register.

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Around Burnage

Postcode districts

M19 112 applications in the last 12 monthsSK4 350 applications in the last 12 monthsM20 242 applications in the last 12 monthsM14 124 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Manchester City Council

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About Burnage

Burnage is a vibrant suburb in Greater Manchester, located just 4 miles south of Manchester city centre and divided by Kingsway. With a population of 15,227 as of the 2011 census, it is nestled within the Greater Manchester Metropolitan area and the historic county of Lancashire. Burnage is bordered by Withington to the west, Levenshulme to the north, Heaton Chapel to the east, and Didsbury and Heaton Mersey to the south, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Burnage 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 Burnage 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, Burnage 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 Burnage, 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, 92 planning applications were submitted near Burnage. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), tree works (12), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burnage?
In the last 24 months, 92 planning applications were submitted near Burnage. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burnage?
The average planning decision time near Burnage is 54 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 Burnage?
The planning approval rate near Burnage is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burnage?
The most common type of planning application near Burnage is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burnage?
You can search and track planning applications near Burnage on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.