What is the planning approval rate near Maghera?

The planning approval rate near Maghera is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Maghera?

The most common type of planning application near Maghera is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Maghera?

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Maghera, Down Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Maghera, Down.

Down · Northern Ireland · settlement

About Maghera

Maghera is a small town located at the base of the Glenshane Pass in Northern Ireland, with a population of 4,235 according to the 2021 census. Historically part of the barony of Loughinsholin in County Londonderry, it now falls within the Mid-Ulster local government district, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Newry, Mourne and Down
Parliamentary constituency: South Down
LSOA: Slieve_Croob_J

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Maghera.

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 Maghera based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Maghera.

- 66 Wateresk Road, Castlewellan, BT31 9EZ
Conversion of garage to ancillary accommodation including a single storey extension to the front in substitution of that approved under Planning Reference LA07/2022/1054/F (amended description)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Newry Mourne Down | Date: 2025-08-15
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- 1 Drumee Cottages, Castlewellan, BT31 9HA
Proposed single storey side extension, raised patio to side and internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Newry Mourne Down | Date: 2024-12-11
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- 65 WATERESK ROAD BALLYGINNY CASTLEWELLAN DOWN BT31 9EZ
Business park including sale and hire of goods, plant and equipment, storage, maintenance, distribution and associated office facilities.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Newry Mourne Down | Date: 2023-07-14
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A brief summary of Maghera in Down

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Maghera a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Maghera

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Maghera. Of these, 100% were approved.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Maghera may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The most common application types near Maghera were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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