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Planning in Kirkhams

Approved
90%
60 of 63 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Kirkhams

Postcode districts

M45 105 applications in the last 12 monthsM25 158 applications in the last 12 monthsBL9 320 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bury Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Kirkhams

Kirkhams is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kirkhams 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 Kirkhams, 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, 78 planning applications were submitted near Kirkhams. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (28), outline applications (11), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kirkhams?
In the last 24 months, 78 planning applications were submitted near Kirkhams. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kirkhams?
The average planning decision time near Kirkhams is 61 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 Kirkhams?
The planning approval rate near Kirkhams is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kirkhams?
The most common type of planning application near Kirkhams is full planning applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kirkhams?
You can search and track planning applications near Kirkhams on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.