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Planning in Fishpool

Approved
84%
54 of 62 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Fishpool

Fishpool is a defined area in Bury, Greater Manchester, situated within a square boundary formed by Wellington Road to the north, Manchester Road to the west, Gigg Lane to the south, and Market Street to the east. This geographic layout makes it a notable location for planning applications and developments in the region.

Property prices in Fishpool show an average sale price of £270,594, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fishpool 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 Fishpool 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, Fishpool 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 Fishpool, 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, 82 planning applications were submitted near Fishpool. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fishpool?
In the last 24 months, 82 planning applications were submitted near Fishpool. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fishpool?
The average planning decision time near Fishpool is 57 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 Fishpool?
The planning approval rate near Fishpool is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fishpool?
The most common type of planning application near Fishpool is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fishpool?
You can search and track planning applications near Fishpool on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.