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44 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Firswood · updated daily · Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Firswood

Approved
78%
138 of 174 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Firswood

Postcode districts

M16 247 applications in the last 12 monthsM21 216 applications in the last 12 monthsM32 177 applications in the last 12 monthsM17 65 applications in the last 12 monthsM33 438 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Firswood

Firswood is a suburban area located within Stretford, part of the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford in Greater Manchester, England. As a residential community, it offers a mix of housing options and local amenities, making it a potential area of interest for planning applications and development projects.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Firswood 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 Firswood 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, Firswood 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 Firswood, 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, 312 planning applications were submitted near Firswood. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (114), discharge of conditions (56), outline applications (36). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Firswood?
In the last 24 months, 312 planning applications were submitted near Firswood. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Firswood?
The average planning decision time near Firswood is 62 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 Firswood?
The planning approval rate near Firswood is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Firswood?
The most common type of planning application near Firswood is full planning applications, with 114 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Firswood?
You can search and track planning applications near Firswood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.