Flixton (M41 5), Greater Manchester Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Flixton (M41 5), Greater Manchester.
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Planning applications in Flixton (M41 5) are administered by Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Flixton (M41 5)
Flixton is a vibrant suburb and electoral ward located in the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford, Greater Manchester, approximately six miles southwest of Manchester city centre. With a population of 10,786 as recorded in the 2011 census, Flixton combines residential charm with accessibility, making it an important area for planning applications and development considerations within the region.
Population: 10,786
District: Trafford
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Area Information
- Admin district: Trafford
- Parliamentary constituency: Stretford and Urmston
- LSOA: Trafford 005E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Flixton (M41 5).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Flixton (M41 5).
- 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 Flixton (M41 5) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
108 planning applications found near Flixton (M41 5).
- - 41 Broadoaks Road Flixton Manchester M41 9DR
Demolition of existing conservatory and garage, and erection of two storey side and part single/part two storey rear extension with balcony to rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - - 5 Balmoral Road Flixton Manchester M41 6HN
Application for non material amendment to planning permission 116748/HHA/25 for addition of 1 no. velux window at side elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - Davyhulme Wesley Methodist Church Brook Road Flixton Manchester M41 5RQ
Partial demolition of existing building, extension and conversion to a residential dwelling, together with erection of new residential dwelling and car parking, landscaping and other external alterati
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Urmston Leisure Centre Bowfell Road Urmston Manchester M41 5RR
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions of grant of planning permission 115060/FUL/24. Condition number: 4 (Landscaping)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 33 Southgate Flixton Manchester M41 9FS
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission 116424/HHA/25 for amendment to the roof shape of approved single storey extension and the addition of 2no. roof lights.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 33 Southgate Flixton Manchester M41 9FS
Application for Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for loft conversion with new dormer.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Urmston Leisure Centre Bowfell Road Urmston Manchester M41 5RR
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions of grant of planning permission 115060/FUL/24. Condition number: 7 (Noise Management Plan)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 41 Alderley Road Flixton Manchester M41 5DW
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions of grant of planning permission 113929/FUL/24. Condition numbers: 3 (materials), 4 (landscaping) and 5 (bin and cycle stores).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 32 Westgate Flixton Manchester M41 9EL
Erection of single storey side and first floor side extensions.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 166 Flixton Road Urmston Manchester M41 5DR
Erection of single storey side extension and associated external alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 19 Trevor Road Flixton Manchester M41 5GT
Erection of first floor rear extension with external alterations including Juliette balcony.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Land Between 29-31 Brook Road Urmston M41 5RQ
Application for approval of details reserved by condition of grant of planning permission 115013/FUL/24 relating to the Biodiversity Gain Plan and Condition numbers: 3 (external materials), 4 (Constru
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Trafford Football Club Shawe Road Flixton Manchester M41 5DL
Erection of clubhouse, changing facilities and ground store (following demolition of existing clubhouse, changing facilities and hospitality building), and replacement of LED lighting on floodlights.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - 1 Victoria Road Urmston Manchester M41 5BZ
Retrospective erection of fence and trellis.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - 9 Broadoaks Road Flixton Manchester M41 9DN
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of part single/part two storey rear extension with associated external alterations including new window and rooflights.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - 13 Balmoral Road Flixton Manchester M41 6HN
Erection of single storey rear extension, conversion of garage and associated external alterations including widening of driveway and removal of chimney
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-06-13
View full details - - Land Off Shawe Road Urmston M41 5DL
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions of grant of planning permission 110688/FUL/23. Condition number: 15 (verification report)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-05-30
View full details - - 33 Southgate Flixton Manchester M41 9FS
Erection of single storey rear and side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-05-19
View full details - - 59 Chassen Road Flixton Manchester M41 9EY
Demolition of existing detached outbuilding and erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - 328 Flixton Road Flixton Manchester M41 5QF
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions of grant of planning permission 114327/FUL/24. Condition numbers: 2 (Material Specification), 3 (Window Reveal Details) and 4 (Glazing Ventil
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-03-31
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A brief summary of Flixton (M41 5) in Greater Manchester
Flixton is a vibrant suburb and electoral ward located in the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford, Greater Manchester, approximately six miles southwest of Manchester city centre. With a population of 10,786 as recorded in the 2011 census, Flixton combines residential charm with accessibility, making it an important area for planning applications and development considerations within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 10,786. It sits within the Trafford district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Flixton (M41 5) a particularly low-crime area.
Flixton (M41 5) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Flixton. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Flixton (M41 5) 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 Flixton (M41 5)
In the last 24 months, 107 planning applications were submitted near Flixton (M41 5). Of these, 62% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Flixton (M41 5).
At 59 days on average, decisions near Flixton (M41 5) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Flixton (M41 5) were full planning applications (65), discharge of conditions (17), outline applications (13). Full planning applications account for 61% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 106 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).
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