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Planning in Captain Fold

Approved
92%
33 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Captain Fold

Captain Fold is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

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

The area around Captain Fold has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Captain 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 Captain 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, 55 planning applications were submitted near Captain Fold. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Captain Fold?
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Captain Fold. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Captain Fold?
The average planning decision time near Captain Fold is 68 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 Captain Fold?
The planning approval rate near Captain Fold is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Captain Fold?
The most common type of planning application near Captain Fold is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Captain Fold?
You can search and track planning applications near Captain Fold on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.