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Planning in Kersal

Approved
79%
33 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kersal in the last 24 months, from Salford City Council's planning register.

Decided by Salford City CouncilCouncil page

Around Kersal

Postcode districts

M7 71 applications in the last 12 monthsM6 95 applications in the last 12 monthsM25 158 applications in the last 12 monthsM27 109 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Salford City Council

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About Kersal

Kersal is a district located in Salford, Greater Manchester, situated just 3 miles (4.8 km) northwest of the bustling Manchester city centre. This area is notable for its accessibility and potential for development, making it an important focus for planning applications and urban development initiatives.

Property prices in Kersal show an average sale price of £251,581, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kersal 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 Kersal a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kersal 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 Kersal, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Kersal. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (12), full planning applications (11), tree works (9).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kersal?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Kersal. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kersal?
The average planning decision time near Kersal is 58 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 Kersal?
The planning approval rate near Kersal is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kersal?
The most common type of planning application near Kersal is discharge of conditions, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kersal?
You can search and track planning applications near Kersal on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.