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27 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Halliwell · updated daily · Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 27 · received or decided in the last 90 days

38 Thorns Close Bolton BL1 6PEAwaiting decisionDEMOLITION OF EXISTING GARAGE AND ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY SIDE EXTENSIONReceived 28 Oct 202601952/26
6 Benwick Terrace Bolton BL1 3ULAwaiting decisionCERTIFICATE OF LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT (S192) FOR THE PROPOSED ADDITIONAL USE OF THE PROPERTY (CLASS C3) AS A PRIVATE HIRE SINGLE OPERATOR TAXI BASE FOR 1 VEHICLEReceived 28 Oct 202601937/26
91 Musgrave Road Bolton BL1 4HNAwaiting decisionERECTION OF TWO STOREY REAR EXTENSION TOGETHER WITH CONVERSION OF LOFT TO HABITABLE SPACE AND INSTALLATION OF REAR DORMERReceived 27 Oct 202601831/26
186 Halliwell Road Bolton BL1 3QNAwaiting decisionERECTION OF PART SINGLE/PART TWO STOREY REAR EXTENSION TOGETHER WITH INSTALLATION OF REAR DORMERReceived 26 Oct 202601909/26
2 Makant Street Bolton BL1 8DDAwaiting decisionCHANGE OF USE FROM 2 NO. BEDROOM COTTAGE (CLASS C3) TO SHORT TERM LET HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION FOR A TOTAL OF 4 NO. OCCUPANTS (SUI GENERIS) TOGETHER WITH DEMOLITION OF OUTBUILDING AND INSTALLATION OF DECKING AND BOUNDARY WALLReceived 20 Oct 202601830/26

Planning in Halliwell

Approved: 78%; 66 of 84 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

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

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Around Halliwell

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BL1 424 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Halliwell

Halliwell is a primarily residential suburb located in Bolton, Greater Manchester, England, and serves as the name for one of the electoral wards within the Metropolitan Borough of Bolton. As of the 2011 census, the population of Halliwell's ward was recorded at 13,929, making it a noteworthy area for those researching planning applications and community developments in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 13,929. It sits within the Bolton district.

Property prices in Halliwell 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 Halliwell 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 Halliwell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Halliwell has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Halliwell 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 Halliwell, 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, 113 planning applications were submitted near Halliwell. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (46), outline applications (14), tree works (12).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Halliwell?

In the last 24 months, 113 planning applications were submitted near Halliwell. The approval rate is 78%.

How long do planning decisions take near Halliwell?

The average planning decision time near Halliwell is 71 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 Halliwell?

The planning approval rate near Halliwell is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Halliwell?

The most common type of planning application near Halliwell is full planning applications, with 46 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Halliwell?

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