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Planning in Healds Green

Approved
88%
15 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Healds Green

Postcode districts

OL1 152 applications in the last 12 monthsM24 125 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Healds Green

Healds Green is a quaint hamlet located within the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham in Greater Manchester, England. Known for its rural charm, it presents unique opportunities for planning applications, especially in residential and community development.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Healds Green 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 Healds Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Healds Green 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Healds Green, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Healds Green. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Healds Green?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Healds Green. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Healds Green?
The average planning decision time near Healds Green is 92 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 Healds Green?
The planning approval rate near Healds Green is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Healds Green?
The most common type of planning application near Healds Green is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Healds Green?
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