Search Higher End planning applications

29 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Higher End · updated daily · Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 29 · received or decided in the last 12 months

105 Winstanley Road Billinge Wigan WN5 7XEAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear extensions and alterations to fenestration following demolition of existing rear extensionReceived 3 Nov 2026A/26/101694/HH
3 Greenbank Avenue Billinge Wigan WN5 7BXAwaiting decisionDormers to front, single storey side extension, part two storey/part single storey rear extension, new dormer to rear following removal of rear dormerReceived 27 Oct 2026A/26/101672/HH
96 Winstanley Road Billinge Wigan WN5 7XAAwaiting decisionErection of detached outbuilding to rearReceived 12 Oct 2026A/26/101597/HH
Orrell Red Triangle Cricket Club Winstanley Road Billinge Wigan WN5 7XEAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear extension to the existing clubhouseReceived 17 Aug 2026A/26/101245/FULL
21 Greenslate Road Billinge Wigan WN5 7BQApprovedPorch and dormers to front, part single/part two storey rear extension, dormer to rear and render to existing facades following demolition of rear extensionReceived 5 Aug 2026Decided 28 Sep 2026A/26/101247/HH

Planning in Higher End

Approved: 82%; 27 of 33 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

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

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Around Higher End

Postcode districts

WN5 175 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Higher End

Higher End, located within the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan in Greater Manchester, England, is a distinctive area that may be of interest for those researching planning applications. Its local governance and community structure could influence development opportunities and planning considerations in the region.

Property prices in Higher End show an average sale price of £216,293, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Higher End a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Higher End has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Higher End 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 Higher End, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Higher End. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (4), tree works (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Higher End?

In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Higher End. The approval rate is 82%.

How long do planning decisions take near Higher End?

The average planning decision time near Higher End is 71 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 Higher End?

The planning approval rate near Higher End is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Higher End?

The most common type of planning application near Higher End is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Higher End?

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