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Planning in Harwood

Approved
94%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Harwood

Harwood is a suburban area located to the north-northeast of Bolton in Greater Manchester, England, and it shares a boundary with Bury. This charming suburb is also situated within the historic county of Lancashire, making it an area of interest for planning applications and developments in the region. It sits within the Bolton district.

Property prices in Harwood 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 Harwood 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 Harwood 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, Harwood 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 Harwood, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Harwood. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (5), tree works (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harwood?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Harwood. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harwood?
The average planning decision time near Harwood is 58 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 Harwood?
The planning approval rate near Harwood is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harwood?
The most common type of planning application near Harwood is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Harwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.