How long do planning decisions take near Hag Fold?

The average planning decision time near Hag Fold is 76 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 Hag Fold?

The planning approval rate near Hag Fold is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hag Fold?

The most common type of planning application near Hag Fold is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hag Fold?

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Hag Fold, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hag Fold, Greater Manchester.

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About Hag Fold

Hag Fold railway station, situated 13 miles west of Manchester Victoria, is part of the Atherton line connecting Wigan and Manchester. It offers regular services operated by Northern Trains, providing access to nearby towns such as Salford, Swinton, Walkden, and Hindley, making it a vital transport hub for the area and relevant for planning applications focused on local development and transport infrastructure.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wigan
Parliamentary constituency: Leigh and Atherton
LSOA: Wigan 017C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hag Fold.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hag Fold based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hag Fold.

- Footpath To Side Of 129 Devonshire Road Atherton
Prior notification of installation of a 15m steel pole to support fibre cables and radio antennae together with associated cabinets housing electronic communications apparatus to form part of a high-s
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-02-11
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- 54 Everest Road Atherton Manchester M46 9WT
Part single storey part two storey side extension together with alterations to fenestrations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-01-14
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- 1 Penrhyn Grove Atherton Manchester M46 9XF
Single storey rear extension projecting 4 metres, height to the eaves 2.40 metres and height to the ridge 3.69 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wigan | Date: 2024-10-30
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A brief summary of Hag Fold in Greater Manchester

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

Hag Fold has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Howe Bridge, Atherton, Market Place, Atherton. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hag Fold includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Hag Fold

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Hag Fold. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Hag Fold maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Hag Fold were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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