How long do planning decisions take near Harrop Dale?

The average planning decision time near Harrop Dale is 262 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 Harrop Dale?

The planning approval rate near Harrop Dale is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Harrop Dale?

The most common type of planning application near Harrop Dale is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Harrop Dale?

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Harrop Dale, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Harrop Dale, Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester · England · settlement

Planning applications in Harrop Dale are administered by Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Oldham
Parliamentary constituency: Oldham East and Saddleworth
LSOA: Oldham 020D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Harrop Dale.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Harrop Dale.

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 Harrop Dale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Harrop Dale.

- 16 Clydesdale Rise Diggle Oldham OL3 5PX
New windows and door previously indicated as grey in colour to changed to claystone colour to match replacement of existing windows.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Northgate Harrop Green Lane Diggle Oldham OL3 5LW
Two storey rear extension with associated landscaping works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 1 Diglea Diggle Oldham OL3 5LA
Conversion of existing dwelling to form holiday lodge, outside seating area and car parking
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 17 Lower Knoll Road Diggle Oldham OL3 5PD
Conversion of existing garage to a habitable room and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-06
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- Kiln Butts Harrop Green Lane Diggle Oldham OL3 5LW
Erection of stables with associated tack room, muck midden and hardstanding, private domestic use and associated tree planting.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-12-24
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- Northgate Harrop Green Lane Diggle Oldham OL3 5LW
Two storey rear extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2024-05-16
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- Land Off Carr Lane Diggle Oldham
Erection of 1 no. dwelling and associated landscaping.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2023-11-24
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A brief summary of Harrop Dale in Greater Manchester

Harrop Dale is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

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

Harrop Dale has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Harrop Dale includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): South Pennine Moors SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): South Pennine Moors Phase 2; 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. 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 Harrop Dale

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Harrop Dale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 262 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Harrop Dale may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 262 days, decisions near Harrop Dale take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 9-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Harrop Dale were full planning applications (6), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 86% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 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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