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Planning in Greenheys

Approved
100%
20 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Greenheys in the last 24 months, from Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Greenheys

Greenheys is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

Property prices in Greenheys show an average sale price of £202,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Greenheys 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 Greenheys a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Greenheys 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 Greenheys, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Greenheys. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Greenheys?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Greenheys. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Greenheys?
The average planning decision time near Greenheys is 54 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 Greenheys?
The planning approval rate near Greenheys is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Greenheys?
The most common type of planning application near Greenheys is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Greenheys?
You can search and track planning applications near Greenheys on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.