Hollinwood, Greater Manchester Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hollinwood, Greater Manchester.
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Planning applications in Hollinwood are administered by Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hollinwood
Hollinwood is a vibrant area and electoral ward within the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham in Greater Manchester, England, with a population of 10,920 as recorded in the 2011 census. This community is significant for those researching planning applications, as it is part of a dynamic urban environment with ongoing development opportunities.
Population: 9,909 (2001)
District: Oldham
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Area Information
- Admin district: Oldham
- Parliamentary constituency: Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton
- LSOA: Oldham 016C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hollinwood.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hollinwood.
- 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 Hollinwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
26 planning applications found near Hollinwood.
- CND/356284/26 - Land East Of Albert Street Hollinwood Oldham OL8 3QR
Discharge of conditions 5 (Landfill Gas) and 6 (Contamination) associated with application FUL/351218/23.
Status: Undecided | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-25 - CND/356264/26 - Land East Of Albert Street Hollinwood Oldham OL8 3QR
Discharge of Condition 10 (Drainage management) and partial discharge of Condition 13 (landscaping) of application FUL/351218/23
Status: Undecided | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-20 - CND/356250/26 - 794 Oldham Road Failsworth Oldham M35 9NY
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Soundproof Wall/Floor) and 4 (Noise Protection) associated with application FUL/355506/25.
Status: Undecided | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-19 - - 794 Oldham Road Failsworth Oldham M35 9NY
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Soundproof Wall/Floor) and 4 (Noise Protection) associated with application FUL/355506/25.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - NMA/356226/26 - Land East Of Albert Street Hollinwood Oldham OL8 3QR
Non-material amendment to Condition 2 (approved details) of application FUL/351218/23 in respect of tree planting, elevational details, and Block 4 retaining wall
Status: Undecided | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-14 - - 16 Mersey Road North Failsworth Oldham M35 9FF
Single storey rear extension Length - 2.7m Max Height - 3.6m Height to Eaves - 2.7m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - CEA/355882/26 - 16 Mersey Road North Failsworth Oldham M35 9FF
Certificate of lawful application for a proposed rear dormer.
Status: Undecided | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-16 - - 16 Mersey Road North Failsworth Oldham M35 9FF
Certificate of lawful application for a proposed rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Hollinwood Business Centre Roman Road Oldham OL8 3QL
The installation of 2no. antennas and installation of 1no. cabinet; plus, ancillary equipment works. (12444430)
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 48 Montgomery Street Oldham OL8 3QA
Non Material Amendment application relating to app no. HOU/354680/25 - Installation of 2 ground floor side windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - Hollinwood Business Centre Roman Road Oldham OL8 3QL
The removal of 6no. Antennas, 6no. ERS Units, 3no. Transmission Dishes and 2no. GPS Modules. Installation of 6no. Antennas, 36no. RRUs, 3no. Transmission Dishes and 2no. GPS Modules. Ancillary develop
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 14 Norman Street Failsworth Oldham M35 9EJ
Confirmation of existing use as a 6 bed house of multiple occupation (Use Class C4) for 6 unrelated tenants.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 3 Barmouth Court Oldham OL8 4SU
Erection of front and rear dormers
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Servicecare Support Services Ltd Hollinwood Works Manchester Road Oldham OL9 7AA
Installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) panels (retrospective application).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 66 Mersey Road North Failsworth Oldham M35 9FF
Two storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 794 Oldham Road Failsworth Oldham M35 9NY
Change of use from vacant bank to 9no. 1-bed dwellings with ancillary co-working space to the rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-12-24
View full details - - Profal Ltd Bourne Street Chadderton Oldham OL9 7LX
Ancillary storage unit.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - Workshop 47C Wickentree Lane Failsworth Oldham M35 9AY
Change of use from Class E (Commercial) to 3 no. flats C3 (Residential) and change of pitched roof to flat roof due to collapse and change of fenestration (windows).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-11-07
View full details - - 794 Oldham Road Failsworth Oldham M35 9NY
Change of use from Vacant Bank (Class E) to 7no. 1-bedroom flats (Class C3)
Status: Permitted | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - Land At Albert Street, Hollinwood
Discharge of Biodiversity Net Gain associated with application FUL/353109/24
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-10-29
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A brief summary of Hollinwood in Greater Manchester
Hollinwood is a vibrant area and electoral ward within the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham in Greater Manchester, England, with a population of 10,920 as recorded in the 2011 census. This community is significant for those researching planning applications, as it is part of a dynamic urban environment with ongoing development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,909 (2001 estimate). It sits within the Oldham district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hollinwood a particularly low-crime area.
Hollinwood 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 Hollinwood includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Rochdale Canal SSSI; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Rochdale Canal. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hollinwood 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.
Planning Activity in Hollinwood
In the last 24 months, 62 planning applications were submitted near Hollinwood. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hollinwood may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Hollinwood were full planning applications (22), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (7). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 40 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 31 applications
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