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29 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Horwich · updated daily · Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Horwich

Approved
85%
47 of 54 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Horwich

Postcode districts

BL6 268 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Horwich

Horwich is a town and civil parish located in the Metropolitan Borough of Bolton, Greater Manchester, within the historic boundaries of Lancashire. Situated 5.3 miles southeast of Chorley and 5.8 miles northwest of Bolton, it enjoys proximity to the M61 motorway, making it accessible for development and transport. As of the 2011 Census, Horwich had a population of 20,067 and is nestled at the southern edge of the scenic West Pennine Moors, offering potential for various planning applications in a diverse community setting. The town has a population of approximately 20,690. It sits within the Horwich district.

Property prices in Horwich show an average sale price of £202,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Horwich 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 Horwich a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Horwich has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horwich 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.horwich.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Horwich, 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, 81 planning applications were submitted near Horwich. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), discharge of conditions (12), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horwich?
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Horwich. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horwich?
The average planning decision time near Horwich is 77 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 Horwich?
The planning approval rate near Horwich is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horwich?
The most common type of planning application near Horwich is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horwich?
You can search and track planning applications near Horwich on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.