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Planning in Carrbrook

Approved
80%
28 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Carrbrook

Postcode districts

OL5 46 applications in the last 12 monthsSK15 138 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Carrbrook

Carrbrook is a historic village located east of Stalybridge in Greater Manchester, England, with roots in Cheshire. The village features a mix of seventeenth and eighteenth-century architecture alongside late-nineteenth and early-twentieth-century developments driven by the industrial boom in local printworks. Modern housing estates were established in the 1970s, complementing the traditional village layout. Notable landmarks include the scenic Buckton Hill and the remains of Buckton Castle, making Carrbrook a unique area for planning applications.

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

The area around Carrbrook has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Carrbrook 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 Carrbrook, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Carrbrook. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were outline applications (6), tree works (6), amendments (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Carrbrook?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Carrbrook. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Carrbrook?
The average planning decision time near Carrbrook is 40 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 Carrbrook?
The planning approval rate near Carrbrook is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Carrbrook?
The most common type of planning application near Carrbrook is outline applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Carrbrook?
You can search and track planning applications near Carrbrook on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.