How long do planning decisions take near Gorse Hill?

The average planning decision time near Gorse Hill is 55 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 Gorse Hill?

The planning approval rate near Gorse Hill is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gorse Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Gorse Hill is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gorse Hill?

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Gorse Hill, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gorse Hill, Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester · England · settlement

Planning applications in Gorse Hill are administered by Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Gorse Hill

Gorse Hill, located in Stretford, Greater Manchester, is a vibrant residential area with a population of 11,894 as of the 2011 census. Divided by the A56 Chester Road, it features two minor industrial estates and is home to Gorse Hill Park, which recently underwent renovations to its historic gates. As the northernmost ward of Trafford council, it houses Trafford Town Hall and shares borders with the Clifford and Longford wards, making it a significant location for planning applications in the region. Additionally, Gorse Hill boasts connections to local sports teams, including Manchester United F.C. and Lancashire County Cricket Club.

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Area Information

Admin district: Trafford
Parliamentary constituency: Stretford and Urmston
LSOA: Trafford 011E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gorse Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gorse Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Gorse Hill.

- RAC House Thomas Street Stretford Manchester M32 0HX
Residential development (use class C3) of 94no. affordable homes in the form of 46no. houses and 48no. apartments with associated amenity space, modified access, car and cycle parking, external landsc
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-26
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- Footpath Outside Trafford College Talbot Road Old Trafford Manchester M32 0XH
Advertisement consent sought for 2no. internally illuminated digital LCD display screens
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Footpath Outside Trafford College Talbot Road Old Trafford Manchester M32 0XH
Installation of 1No. BT Street Hub Unit and associated advertisement panels on either side of the unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 846 Chester Road Stretford Manchester M32 0QJ
Application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for variation of condition 9 on planning permission 116380/FUL/25 (Part Retrospective application for the change of
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-20
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- 150 Railway Road Stretford Manchester M32 0QD
Erection of single storey rear extension with a maximum projection of 4 metres beyond the original rear wall, a maximum height of 3 metres and eaves height of 3 metres. Application for prior approval
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Lidl 750 Chester Road Stretford Manchester M32 0WZ
Application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for variation of condition 5 on planning permission 92714/FUL/17 (Refurbishment, subdivision and extension to the fo
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 24 Wilson Street Stretford Manchester M32 0PQ
Proposed front external bridging step lift and associated building works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-01-27
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- R A C Motoring Thomas Street Stretford Manchester M32 0HX
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions of grant of planning permission 116584/FUL/25. Condition numbers: 3 (updated remediation strategy) and 6 (updated controlled waters risk asse
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 14 Enriqueta Rylands Close Stretford Manchester M32 0NW
Application for Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for the carrying out of administrative work only in connection with a private hire taxi business, with no visiting members of the public, dri
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Trafford | Date: 2026-01-08
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- 17 Milton Road Stretford Manchester M32 0RD
Partial demolition of existing garage, erection of single storey side and rear extension and associated external alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2025-10-23
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- 48 Darley Street Stretford Manchester M32 0PW
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions of grant of planning permission 114393/COU/24. Condition number: 4 (Bike Store)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Trafford | Date: 2024-11-11
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- Lidl Chester Road Stretford Manchester M32 0FF
Retrospective application for siting of InPost parcel locker
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Trafford | Date: 2024-09-06
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- 78 Thornbury Road Stretford Manchester M32 0QE
Application for Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for private hire taxi booking office
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Trafford | Date: 2024-06-12
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A brief summary of Gorse Hill in Greater Manchester

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

Gorse Hill has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Longford, Chorlton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Gorse Hill

In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Gorse Hill. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 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 Gorse Hill.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gorse Hill were full planning applications (27), discharge of conditions (24), outline applications (10). Full planning applications account for 37% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 3 medium-scale applications, 66 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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