How long do planning decisions take near Far Moor?

The average planning decision time near Far Moor is 81 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 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Far Moor?

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Far Moor, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Far Moor, Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester · England · settlement

Planning applications in Far Moor are administered by Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £216,293 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: St. Helens
Parliamentary constituency: St Helens North
LSOA: St. Helens 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Far Moor.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Far Moor.

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 Far Moor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Far Moor.

- 16 Lynbridge Close Orrell Wigan WN5 8SR
Single storey front extension, first floor side extension, raising of the ridge height to form new roof and detached garage in front garden
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 37 Pinewood Crescent Orrell Wigan WN5 8NF
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wigan | Date: 2025-11-17
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- Land To The Rear Of 57 Church Street Orrell Wigan WN5 8TG
Condition Discharge application to discharge Condition No.4 (Shallow Mining Risk Assessment), Condition No.5 (Ground Gas Risk Assessment), Condition No.6 (Drainage), Condition No.7 (EV charger), Condi
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wigan | Date: 2025-10-21
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- Public Open Space Middlecot Close Orrell Wigan WN5 8SW
Outline application for a residential development of 3 dwellinghouses. All matters reserved
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Wigan | Date: 2025-07-10
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- 39 Harswell Close Orrell Wigan WN5 8RG
Single storey extension to side
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2023-04-02
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A brief summary of Far Moor in Greater Manchester

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

Far Moor has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Far Moor includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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.

Planning Activity in Far Moor

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Far Moor. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 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 Far Moor.

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Far Moor were full planning applications (8), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (5). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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