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Planning in Dunscar

Approved
83%
78 of 92 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Dunscar

Postcode districts

BL7 174 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 Dunscar

Dunscar is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dunscar 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 Dunscar, 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, 106 planning applications were submitted near Dunscar. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (44), tree works (33), outline applications (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dunscar?
In the last 24 months, 106 planning applications were submitted near Dunscar. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dunscar?
The average planning decision time near Dunscar is 55 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 Dunscar?
The planning approval rate near Dunscar is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dunscar?
The most common type of planning application near Dunscar is full planning applications, with 44 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dunscar?
You can search and track planning applications near Dunscar on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.