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Planning in Matley

Approved
91%
30 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Matley

Matley, located in Tameside, Greater Manchester, is a semi-rural area with a rich history. Once a civil parish in Cheshire from 1866 until its dissolution in 1936, Matley was subsequently divided among the nearby towns of Dukinfield, Hyde, Longdendale, and Stalybridge. This blend of historical significance and contemporary development makes Matley an interesting area for planning applications and local projects. It sits within the Tameside district.

Property prices in Matley show an average sale price of £234,491, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Matley 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 Matley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Matley has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Matley 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Matley, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Matley. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Matley?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Matley. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Matley?
The average planning decision time near Matley is 51 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 Matley?
The planning approval rate near Matley is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Matley?
The most common type of planning application near Matley is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Matley?
You can search and track planning applications near Matley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.