How long do planning decisions take near Hooley Brow?

The average planning decision time near Hooley Brow is 117 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 Hooley Brow?

The planning approval rate near Hooley Brow is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hooley Brow?

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

How can I track planning applications near Hooley Brow?

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Hooley Brow, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hooley Brow, Greater Manchester.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £208,415 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rochdale
Parliamentary constituency: Heywood and Middleton North
LSOA: Rochdale 020D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hooley Brow.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hooley Brow.

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 Hooley Brow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Hooley Brow.

- Former Car Repairs Garage adjacent to Oakwood Cottage, Bamford Road, Heywood, OL10 4AG
Conversion of existing repair garage to 3 houses with rear dormer windows, alteration to existing roof and fenestration, new vehicular access with associated car parking, boundary treatments, bin stor
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-04-16
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- MOSS LEA, 7 STARKEY STREET, HEYWOOD, OL10 4JS
Submission of details to comply wtih condition 7 (pre-commencement - contamination) on planning permission 22/00253/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-03-11
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- MOSS LEA, 7 STARKEY STREET, HEYWOOD, OL10 4JS
Submission of details to comply with condition 17 (no external lighting) on planning permission 22/00253/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Adjacent To 43 Garden Street Heywood OL10 4PF
Request to create a tree preservation order for one Crack Willow tree, estimated age 200 years
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-10-17
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- Grounds Of Corcoran Close Heywood OL10 4XD
Request to create a tree preservation order for one Pine tree, estimated age 100 years
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-10-17
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- Land to the west of North of West Starkey Street
Submission of details to comply with conditions 10 (samples), 11 (biodiversity enhancements) and 15 (access arrangements) on planning permission 23/00852/PSID
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2024-10-04
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A brief summary of Hooley Brow in Greater Manchester

Hooley Brow is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

Property prices in Hooley Brow show an average sale price of £208,415, 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 Hooley Brow a particularly low-crime area.

Hooley Brow has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Heywood Station, Ashworth Fold. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hooley Brow includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Hooley Brow

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Hooley Brow. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 117 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hooley Brow may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 117 days, decisions near Hooley Brow take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hooley Brow were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.

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