How long do planning decisions take near Chapel Field?

The average planning decision time near Chapel Field is 67 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 Chapel Field?

The planning approval rate near Chapel Field is 58%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chapel Field?

The most common type of planning application near Chapel Field is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chapel Field?

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Chapel Field, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chapel Field, Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester · England · settlement

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

About Chapel Field

Chapel Field, situated in Greater Manchester, is home to Chapel Field Christian Schools, a Pre K – 12 institution established in 1986 by founders William and Kathleen Spanjer. This educational establishment is an integral part of the community, contributing to local planning considerations and developments in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Bury
Parliamentary constituency: Bury South
LSOA: Bury 021D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chapel Field.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chapel Field based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Chapel Field.

- 3 Myrtle Grove, Radcliffe, Manchester, M45 7RR
Two storey/single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bury | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 205 Stand Lane, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 1JJ
Lawful development certificate for proposed single storey rear extension and loft conversion with rear dormer, front roof slope windows and flank wall windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bury | Date: 2024-09-09
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A brief summary of Chapel Field in Greater Manchester

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Chapel Field a particularly low-crime area.

Chapel Field has one conservation area within its boundaries: All Saints, Whitefield. 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 Chapel Field includes 2 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 Chapel Field

In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Chapel Field. Of these, 58% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Chapel Field.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Chapel Field slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Chapel Field were full planning applications (30), outline applications (7), discharge of conditions (6). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 48 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

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