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18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Hindley Green · updated daily · Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 12 months

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
636 Atherton Road Hindley Green Wigan WN2 4SJApprovedCertificate of lawful development for proposed outbuilding to rear ancillary to main dwellinghouseReceived 15 Oct 2026Decided 20 Oct 2026A/26/101552/LUCP
5 Weymouth Drive Hindley Green Wigan WN2 4QXApprovedSingle storey extension to front (Retrospective application)Received 4 Sep 2026Decided 19 Oct 2026A/26/101484/HH
St John Church Of England Atherton Road Hindley Green Wigan WN2 4SDApprovedT1 (Ash) - Crown raise to clear ground by 5.2 metres and carry out a 2 metre lateral reduction on North side of crown. T2 (Sycamore) Prune to clear lamppost by 1.5 metres and crown raise to clear ground by 4 metres. T3 (Sycamore) Crown raise to clear ground by 4 metres and prune to clear church by 3 metres. T4 (Sycamore) Crown raise to clear ground by 3 metres and prune lateral branches to provide a minimum clearance of 2.5 metres from buildings. T5 (Ash) Crown raise to clear ground by 4 metres, Reduce to clear buildings by 2.5 metres and reduce west side of crown by 2 metres to reduce overhang. T6 (Sycamore) Reduce west side by 2 metres to reduce overhang/encroachment.TreesReceived 2 Sep 2026Decided 6 Nov 2026A/26/101457/WTTPO
4 Edgeworth Road Hindley Green Wigan WN2 4PTApprovedPorch to front, single storey extension to side, pitched roof to outbuilding, together with external alterations to fenestration and render to all elevationsReceived 25 Aug 2026Decided 21 Oct 2026A/26/101327/HH

Planning in Hindley Green

Approved: 86%; 18 of 20 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

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

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WN2 159 applications in the last 12 months

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About Hindley Green

Hindley Green is a village located within the Hindley area of the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester. As of the 2011 Census, the population stood at 11,186. The village is situated to the east of Hindley, with its main thoroughfare being the A577 Atherton Road, which extends to the boundary with Westleigh, Leigh, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Hindley Green 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 Hindley Green 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, Hindley Green 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 Hindley Green, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Hindley Green. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hindley Green?

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Hindley Green. The approval rate is 86%.

How long do planning decisions take near Hindley Green?

The average planning decision time near Hindley Green is 73 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 Green?

The planning approval rate near Hindley Green is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hindley Green?

The most common type of planning application near Hindley Green is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hindley Green?

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