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Planning in Heap Bridge

Approved
89%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Heap Bridge

Postcode districts

BL9 320 applications in the last 12 monthsOL10 68 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bury Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Heap Bridge

Heap Bridge is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Heap Bridge 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 Heap Bridge 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, Heap Bridge 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 Heap Bridge, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Heap Bridge. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heap Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Heap Bridge. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heap Bridge?
The average planning decision time near Heap Bridge is 49 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 Heap Bridge?
The planning approval rate near Heap Bridge is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heap Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near Heap Bridge is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heap Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Heap Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.