Search Horrocks Fold planning applications
23 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Horrocks Fold · updated daily · Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council
Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 4 Engledene Bolton BL1 7DUApprovedPRUNING OF 1 NO. BEECHReceived 14 Sep 2026Decided 9 Oct 202601671/26
- High Barn Horrocks Fold Bolton BL1 7BXAwaiting decisionCERTIFICATE OF LAWFULNESS PROPOSED (S192) FOR ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO EXISTING PORCHReceived 14 Sep 202601667/26
- 1 Engledene Bolton BL1 7DURefusedFELLING OF 1NO. BEECH TREEReceived 14 Sep 2026Decided 9 Oct 202601670/26
- Horrocks Moorcroft Scout Road Bolton BL1 7NZApprovedCERTIFICATE OF LAWFULNESS EXISTING (S191) FOR CONTINUED USE OF LAND FOR SITING OF CARAVAN FOR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES TOGETHER WITH ASSOCIATED RESIDENTIAL CURTILAGECertificate of Lawfulness ExistingReceived 3 Jul 2026Decided 9 Sep 202601247/26
- Land At Blackburn Road Bolton BL7 9EPRefusedPRIOR APPROVAL FOR CREATION OF MACHINERY AND LIVESTOCK TRACKPN Agr/forestry dev proposed roadReceived 26 Jun 2026Decided 23 Jul 202601179/26
Planning in Horrocks Fold
- Approved
- 76%
- 37 of 49 decided
- Decision time
- about 10 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Horrocks Fold in the last 24 months, from Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.
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BL7 174 applications in the last 12 monthsBL1 424 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council
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About Horrocks Fold
Horrocks Fold is a picturesque hamlet located in Bolton, Greater Manchester, approximately 4 miles northwest of Bolton town centre and 2.5 miles southeast of Belmont. Nestled on the southern slopes of the West Pennine Moors, this charming area transitioned from a farm and collection of barns to private residences in the early 1980s, offering a unique blend of rural character and residential living that may appeal to prospective planners and developers.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Horrocks Fold area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Horrocks Fold a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Horrocks Fold has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horrocks Fold 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Horrocks Fold. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (15), outline applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).