How long do planning decisions take near Glengormley?

The average planning decision time near Glengormley is 105 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 Glengormley?

The planning approval rate near Glengormley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Glengormley?

The most common type of planning application near Glengormley is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Glengormley?

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Glengormley, Newtownabbey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Glengormley, Newtownabbey.

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About Glengormley

Glengormley is a townland and electoral ward located in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, within the urban area of Newtownabbey, which borders Belfast. It falls under the jurisdiction of the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council and is part of the civil parish of Carnmoney, as well as the historic barony of Belfast Lower, making it a significant area for planning applications in this region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Antrim and Newtownabbey
Parliamentary constituency: South Antrim
LSOA: Airport_C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Glengormley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Glengormley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Glengormley.

- Ballyhenry Primary School, Ballyhenry Avenue, Newtownabbey, BT36 5AZ
Provision of 1no modular teaching unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Integrated College Glengormley 134 Ballyclare Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 5HP
Temporary Permission for the Provision of 1 No. Modular Teaching Unit (84sqm) (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Antrim and Newtownabbey | Date: 2025-01-31
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A brief summary of Glengormley in Newtownabbey

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

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Planning Activity in Glengormley

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Glengormley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 105 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Glengormley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 105 days, decisions near Glengormley take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Glengormley were full planning applications (9), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 90% 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, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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