How long do planning decisions take near Higher End?

The average planning decision time near Higher End is 62 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 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Higher End?

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Higher End, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Higher End, Greater Manchester.

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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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £180,719 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wigan
Parliamentary constituency: Wigan
LSOA: Wigan 015B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Higher End.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Higher End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Higher End.

- 68 Moss Road Billinge Wigan WN5 7BT
Two storey and first floor extension to rear with Juliette balcony following demolition of conservatory
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 45 & 47 Vicarage Road Orrell Wigan WN5 7AX
Residential extensions; To extend both dwellinghouses single storey to the rear together and part single/part two storey side/rear extension and porch to front of 47 Vicarage Road
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wigan | Date: 2025-11-14
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- 241 Upholland Road Billinge Wigan WN5 7DN
Certificate of Lawfulness for change of use from a dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a residential care home for 1 child (Use Class C2)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Wigan | Date: 2025-09-19
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- Land South West Of New Fold Orrell Lancashire
Construction and operation of a 50MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility including the erection of battery container units, inverters, 132kV substation, 33kV customer switchgear, storage con
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2025-04-14
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- 77 Sandbrook Road Orrell Wigan Lancashire WN5 7AL
Application for determination as to whether prior approval of details is required - extension of dwellinghouse. Extension extends beyond the rear wall of the original dwellinghouse - by 6.0m. Maximum
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2023-05-26
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A brief summary of Higher End in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Higher End show an average sale price of £180,719, 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 Higher End a particularly low-crime area.

Higher End 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Higher End includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ravenhead Brickworks SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Higher End

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Higher End. Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Higher End.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Higher End slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Higher End were full planning applications (9), outline applications (3), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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