How long do planning decisions take near Higginshaw?

The average planning decision time near Higginshaw is 67 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 Higginshaw?

The planning approval rate near Higginshaw is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Higginshaw?

The most common type of planning application near Higginshaw is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Higginshaw?

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Higginshaw, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Higginshaw, Greater Manchester.

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

About Higginshaw

Higginshaw is a residential area located in Oldham, Greater Manchester, England. Known for its community atmosphere, it offers a mix of local amenities and green spaces, making it a relevant area for planning applications related to residential development and community projects.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £228,115 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Oldham
Parliamentary constituency: Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton
LSOA: Oldham 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Higginshaw.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Higginshaw based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Higginshaw.

- Derker - Land Off Cromford St, London Rd, Evelyn St & Abbotsford Rd Oldham OL1 4LG
Non Material amendment relating to app no. FUL/350118/22 - Change to rear pathways to plots 2, 5, 8 & 11.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-13
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A brief summary of Higginshaw in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Higginshaw show an average sale price of £228,115, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Higginshaw 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.

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Planning Activity in Higginshaw

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Higginshaw. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Higginshaw.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Higginshaw slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Higginshaw were full planning applications (8), amendments (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 13 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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