How long do planning decisions take near Goose Green?

The average planning decision time near Goose Green is 91 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 Goose Green?

The planning approval rate near Goose Green is 29%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Goose Green?

The most common type of planning application near Goose Green is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Goose Green?

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Goose Green, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Goose Green, Greater Manchester.

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Planning applications in Goose Green are administered by Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Goose Green

Goose Green is a predominantly residential neighbourhood located in Wigan, Greater Manchester. With its roots in historical Lancashire, the area offers a mix of residential opportunities that may be of interest to those researching planning applications and development potential in the region.

District: Wigan

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £216,293 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wigan
Parliamentary constituency: Makerfield
LSOA: Wigan 021F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Goose Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Goose Green.

- 50 Clapgate Lane Wigan WN3 6RW
Single storey rear extension with a projection of 5 metres, height eaves 2.25 metres and height to the ridge 2.65 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 386 Poolstock Lane Wigan WN3 5RA
Two storey extension to side following demolition of existing garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-02-09
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- 50 Clapgate Lane Wigan WN3 6RW
Single storey rear extension projecting 5 metres, height to the eaves 2.25 metres and height to the top of the roof 2.65 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 594 Warrington Road Wigan WN3 6QQ
Change of use from dwellinghouse (Class C3) to a 4 bedroom, 4 person house in multiple occupation (Class C4)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2025-09-16
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- 46 Dunscore Road Winstanley Wigan WN3 6TH
Single storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2024-11-29
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A brief summary of Goose Green in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Goose Green show an average sale price of £216,293, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

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Planning Activity in Goose Green

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Goose Green. Of these, 29% were approved, with an average decision time of 91 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 Goose Green.

The average decision period of 91 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Goose Green were full planning applications (16), outline applications (6), tree works (6). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 29 smaller schemes were submitted.

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