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Planning in Hurstead

Approved
88%
21 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 1 week
on average

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

Decided by Rochdale Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Hurstead

Postcode districts

OL12 104 applications in the last 12 monthsOL16 145 applications in the last 12 monthsOL15 43 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Hurstead

Hurstead is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

Property prices in Hurstead show an average sale price of £207,814, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hurstead 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 Hurstead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hurstead has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hurstead 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hurstead, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Hurstead. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of -13 days.

The most common types were outline applications (14), full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hurstead?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Hurstead. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hurstead?
The average planning decision time near Hurstead is -13 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 Hurstead?
The planning approval rate near Hurstead is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hurstead?
The most common type of planning application near Hurstead is outline applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hurstead?
You can search and track planning applications near Hurstead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.