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Planning in Chew Moor

Approved
83%
20 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Chew Moor

Postcode districts

BL6 268 applications in the last 12 monthsBL5 170 applications in the last 12 monthsBL3 281 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Chew Moor

Chew Moor is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chew Moor 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 Chew Moor 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, Chew Moor 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 Chew Moor, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Chew Moor. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (6), tree works (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chew Moor?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Chew Moor. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chew Moor?
The average planning decision time near Chew Moor is 59 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 Chew Moor?
The planning approval rate near Chew Moor is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chew Moor?
The most common type of planning application near Chew Moor is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chew Moor?
You can search and track planning applications near Chew Moor on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.