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Planning in Lowton Common

Approved
83%
19 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Lowton Common

Postcode districts

WA3 256 applications in the last 12 monthsWN7 157 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Lowton Common

Lowton Common is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lowton Common 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 Lowton Common 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, Lowton Common 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 Lowton Common, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Lowton Common. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (4), outline applications (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lowton Common?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Lowton Common. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lowton Common?
The average planning decision time near Lowton Common is 63 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 Lowton Common?
The planning approval rate near Lowton Common is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lowton Common?
The most common type of planning application near Lowton Common is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lowton Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Lowton Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.