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Planning in Far Moor

Approved
75%
30 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Far Moor

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

Property prices in Far Moor show an average sale price of £216,293, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Far 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 (May 2026). This makes Far Moor a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Far 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Far 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, 55 planning applications were submitted near Far Moor. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Far Moor?
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Far Moor. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Far Moor?
The average planning decision time near Far Moor is 69 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 Far Moor?
The planning approval rate near Far Moor is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Far Moor?
The most common type of planning application near Far Moor is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Far Moor?
You can search and track planning applications near Far Moor on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.