Littleborough, Greater Manchester Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Littleborough, Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester · England · Town
Planning applications in Littleborough are administered by Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Littleborough
Littleborough, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, Greater Manchester, is a picturesque town nestled in the upper Roch Valley at the foothills of the South Pennines. Situated just 3 miles northeast of Rochdale and 13 miles from Manchester, it offers a blend of urban and rural living, with Milnrow and the M62 motorway to the south and the scenic Blackstone Edge uplands to the east. As of the 2001 census, Littleborough and its surrounding suburbs, including Calderbrook, Shore, and Smithy Bridge, had a population of 13,807, making it a vibrant community for potential planning developments.
Population: 13,807
District: Rochdale
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £221,652 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rochdale
- Parliamentary constituency: Rochdale
- LSOA: Rochdale 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Littleborough.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Littleborough.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Littleborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
14 planning applications found near Littleborough.
- - 69A, Church Street, Littleboorough, OL15 8AE
Submission of details to comply with conditions 4 (Windows), 5 (Refuse/Recycling Bin Store) and 7 (Noise Impact Assessment) of planning permission PL/2026/0105
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - MCCORMICK EUROPE LTD, WHITELEES ROAD, LITTLEBOROUGH, OL15 8DU
Application to vary condition 2 (Plans) of planning permission 23/00897/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - - 19 Town House Road Littleborough Rochdale OL15 9BG
Erection of new 1.55m high boundary fencing - retrospective
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - LOCKHOUSE, CANAL STREET, LITTLEBOROUGH, OL15 0HA
Submission of details to comply with condition 3 (construction method statement) on planning permission 25/00718/HOUS
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 69A, Church Street, Littleborough, OL15 8AE
Change of use and conversion of existing office building (Use Class E) into 6-bedroom House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Sui Generis) with associated works including installation of 2no. windows to f
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - MCCORMICK EUROPE LTD, WHITELEES ROAD, LITTLEBOROUGH, OL15 8DU
Submission of details to comply with conditions 3 (habitat management and monitoring plan) and 4 (materials) on planning permission 25/00209/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - Sainsburys 44 Hare Hill Road Littleborough Rochdale OL15 9BA
Submission of details to comply with condition 3 (colour treatment) on planning permission 25/00628/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - Rear Of 27 Howarth Street Littleborough OL15 9DW
Regulation 5 for the installation of 9m high wooden pole - Constraints- Critical Drainage Area
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 46-48 Calderbrook Road, Littleborough, OL15 9HL
Installation of one 9m high light wooden pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-07-25
View full details - - The Ark Featherstall Road Littleborough Rochdale OL15 8DH
Conversion and alterations to existing detached garage including the formation of a first floor along with a two storey extension to be used as an 'After School Club' facility to rear of existing nurs
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2024-05-10
View full details - - 158 Whitelees Road Littleborough Rochdale OL15 8DU
Single storey infill extension to rear
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2024-04-01
View full details - - Littleborough Community Fire Station Whitelees Road Littleborough OL15 8DU
Submission of details to comply with condition 6 part (coal risk) on planning permission 22/00850/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2023-12-22
View full details - - Land South Side Of William Street Littleborough OL15 8JP
Submission of details to comply with conditions 5 (ground contamination) and 9 (noise) on planning permission 23/00245/VRCON
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2023-11-30
View full details - - 110 Church Street Littleborough Rochdale OL15 8AS
Submission of details to comply with conditions 3 (masonry and roof material), 4 (windows and doors) and 5 (roof lights) on planning permission 23/00588/HOUS
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2023-11-10
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A brief summary of Littleborough in Greater Manchester
Littleborough, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, Greater Manchester, is a picturesque town nestled in the upper Roch Valley at the foothills of the South Pennines. Situated just 3 miles northeast of Rochdale and 13 miles from Manchester, it offers a blend of urban and rural living, with Milnrow and the M62 motorway to the south and the scenic Blackstone Edge uplands to the east. As of the 2001 census, Littleborough and its surrounding suburbs, including Calderbrook, Shore, and Smithy Bridge, had a population of 13,807, making it a vibrant community for potential planning developments. The Town has a population of approximately 13,807. It sits within the Rochdale district.
Property prices in Littleborough show an average sale price of £221,652, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Littleborough a particularly low-crime area.
Littleborough has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hollingworth Fold, Littleborough Town Centre, Rock Nook, Townhouse. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Littleborough includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Rochdale Canal SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Rochdale Canal. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Littleborough 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.
Planning Activity in Littleborough
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Littleborough. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of -112 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Littleborough may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of -112 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Littleborough were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (8), outline applications (5).
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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