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133 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Manchester · updated daily · Manchester City Council

Planning in Manchester

Approved
84%
593 of 678 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Manchester in the last 24 months, from Manchester City Council's planning register.

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Around Manchester

Postcode districts

M3 206 applications in the last 12 monthsM2 141 applications in the last 12 monthsM1 178 applications in the last 12 monthsM4 107 applications in the last 12 monthsM60 7 applications in the last 12 monthsM5 65 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Manchester City Council

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About Manchester

Manchester, located in Greater Manchester, England, is a vibrant city with a population exceeding 589,000 as of 2024. Nestled between the Cheshire Plain to the south and the Pennines to the north and east, it shares a border with the city of Salford to the west. Together, they form part of the Greater Manchester Built-up Area, one of the most densely populated regions in the UK, with a total population of 2.87 million, making it a significant hub for planning and development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Manchester 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 Manchester 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, Manchester 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 Manchester, 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, 840 planning applications were submitted near Manchester. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (302), full planning applications (143), listed building and heritage (115). 13 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

27 planning appeals were lodged, of which 21 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (78% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Manchester?
In the last 24 months, 840 planning applications were submitted near Manchester. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Manchester?
The average planning decision time near Manchester is 56 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 Manchester?
The planning approval rate near Manchester is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Manchester?
The most common type of planning application near Manchester is discharge of conditions, with 302 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Manchester?
You can search and track planning applications near Manchester on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.