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Planning in Clarksfield

Approved
91%
80 of 87 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Clarksfield

Postcode districts

OL4 187 applications in the last 12 monthsOL8 138 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Clarksfield

Clarksfield is a suburban area situated east of Oldham town centre in Greater Manchester, England. It is notable for its diverse demographic, with an even ratio of Pakistani to White ethnic residents, distinguishing it from other parts of Oldham. This unique community dynamic may influence local planning applications and development projects in the area.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Clarksfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Clarksfield has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clarksfield 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 Clarksfield, 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, 104 planning applications were submitted near Clarksfield. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), outline applications (6), amendments (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Clarksfield?
In the last 24 months, 104 planning applications were submitted near Clarksfield. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Clarksfield?
The average planning decision time near Clarksfield 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 Clarksfield?
The planning approval rate near Clarksfield is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Clarksfield?
The most common type of planning application near Clarksfield is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Clarksfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Clarksfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.