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11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Hindley · updated daily · Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 90 days

390 Atherton Road Hindley Green Wigan WN2 4QDAwaiting decision2 sycamore trees The first Sycamore tree has fungal fruiting bodies at the base of the stem, alongside an included union at the base These features raise concerns regarding the potential for internal decay and the structural integrity of the lower stem. Tree 2 The second sycamore has a substantial cavity approximately 600mm above ground level, with a considerable amount of internal decay visible within the affected area. i have concerns regarding the remaining sound wood and the trees structural integrity. Having considered the defects observed in both trees i believe further investigation and appropriate remedial action are warranted and the removal may be the most appropriate long term management option subject to my findingsReceived 20 Oct 2026A/26/101689/WTTPO
(Former Showmans Site) Now Numbers 8-14 (evens) King Street And 1-9 (odds) Presbyterian Fold Hindley WiganAwaiting decisionSection 73 application to vary condition 2 (plans) - to allow 'as built' layout; and to remove conditions 4 (materials), 7 (drainage), 9 (ground conditions), 10 (contamination), 12 (landscaping) & 13 (biodiversity) of planning permission A/19/86704/FULL to allow the properties to be soldReceived 1 Oct 2026A/26/101504/VAR
9 Hewlett Way Bolton BL5 2QZAwaiting decisionCONVERSION OF EXISTING GARAGE TO HABITABLE ROOM TOGETHER WITH REMOVAL OF GARAGE DOOR TO WINDOWReceived 8 Sep 202601621/26
Tesco Extra Cross Street Hindley Wigan WN2 3ATApprovedErection of laundry kiosk to front of store following reconfiguration of shopping trolley bayReceived 7 Sep 2026Decided 30 Oct 2026A/26/101298/MAJOR
Tesco Extra Cross Street Hindley Wigan WN2 3ATApprovedInternally illuminated fascia sign to front of laundry kioskReceived 7 Sep 2026Decided 30 Oct 2026A/26/101299/ADV

Planning in Hindley

Approved: 91%; 31 of 34 decided
Decision time: about 12 weeks; on average

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

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Around Hindley

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WN2 159 applications in the last 12 monthsBL5 170 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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About Hindley

Hindley is a town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester, just three miles east of Wigan. Spanning 2,580 acres, it lies within the historic boundaries of Lancashire and is bordered by several towns, including Ince-in-Makerfield and Westhoughton. With a population that grew from 23,457 in 2001 to approximately 28,000 in 2011, Hindley is an integral part of the Greater Manchester Urban Area, making it a relevant location for planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 25,001. It sits within the Wigan district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hindley 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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In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Hindley. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hindley?

In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Hindley. The approval rate is 91%.

How long do planning decisions take near Hindley?

The average planning decision time near Hindley is 81 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 Hindley?

The planning approval rate near Hindley is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hindley?

The most common type of planning application near Hindley is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

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