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Planning in Forestside

Only 2 decisions near Forestside in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Forestside in the last 24 months, from Adur District Council's planning register.

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About Forestside

Forestside is a prominent shopping centre situated in Newtownbreda, south Belfast. The centre boasts a 39,000 square feet Sainsbury's store, which opened its doors in March 1997, followed by the completion of the entire shopping complex in September 1998. This bustling retail hub serves as a key location for potential planning applications in the area, reflecting the ongoing development and community engagement in Forestside.

Property prices in Forestside show an average sale price of £320,490, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Forestside 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 Forestside a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Forestside has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Forestside 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 Forestside, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Forestside.

The most common types were tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Forestside?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Forestside.
What types of planning applications are most common near Forestside?
The most common type of planning application near Forestside is tree works applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Forestside?
You can search and track planning applications near Forestside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.