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23 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Howe Bridge · updated daily · Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Howe Bridge

Approved
77%
23 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Howe Bridge

Postcode districts

M46 49 applications in the last 12 monthsWN7 157 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Howe Bridge

Howe Bridge is a suburb located in Atherton, Greater Manchester, England, historically part of Lancashire. Situated southwest of Atherton town centre along the B5215, an old turnpike road connecting Bolton and Leigh, Howe Bridge was established as a model pit village by the Atherton Collieries' owners. This rich industrial history may influence current planning applications and developments in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Howe Bridge 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 Howe Bridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Howe Bridge has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Howe Bridge 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Howe Bridge, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Howe Bridge. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were outline applications (9), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Howe Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Howe Bridge. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Howe Bridge?
The average planning decision time near Howe Bridge is 68 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 Howe Bridge?
The planning approval rate near Howe Bridge is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Howe Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near Howe Bridge is outline applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Howe Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Howe Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.