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Planning in Hart Common

Approved
85%
11 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Hart Common

Hart Common is a village located in Westhoughton within the Metropolitan Borough of Bolton, Greater Manchester. It primarily stretches along the A58 road, making it a key area for planning applications due to its accessible location and connections to surrounding regions.

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

The area around Hart Common has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hart Common 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 Hart Common, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Hart Common. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), amendments (3), discharge of conditions (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hart Common?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Hart Common. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hart Common?
The average planning decision time near Hart Common is 74 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 Hart Common?
The planning approval rate near Hart Common is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hart Common?
The most common type of planning application near Hart Common is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hart Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Hart Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.