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Planning in Lever-Edge

Approved
87%
65 of 74 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Lever-Edge

Postcode districts

BL3 281 applications in the last 12 monthsBL4 137 applications in the last 12 monthsBL5 170 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 Lever-Edge

Lever-Edge is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lever-Edge 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 Lever-Edge 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, Lever-Edge 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 Lever-Edge, 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, 89 planning applications were submitted near Lever-Edge. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (52), outline applications (14), discharge of conditions (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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 Lever-Edge?
In the last 24 months, 89 planning applications were submitted near Lever-Edge. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lever-Edge?
The average planning decision time near Lever-Edge is 70 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 Lever-Edge?
The planning approval rate near Lever-Edge is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lever-Edge?
The most common type of planning application near Lever-Edge is full planning applications, with 52 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lever-Edge?
You can search and track planning applications near Lever-Edge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.