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Planning in Miles Platting

Approved
79%
82 of 98 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Miles Platting

Postcode districts

M40 104 applications in the last 12 monthsM11 70 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 Miles Platting

Miles Platting is an inner city area located 1.4 miles northeast of Manchester city centre, adjacent to the Rochdale Canal and A62 road. The neighbourhood is bordered by Monsall to the north, Collyhurst to the west, and Newton Heath to the east, with Bradford, Holt Town, and Ancoats lying to the south. Its strategic location and surrounding areas make it a significant focus for planning applications and urban development in Greater Manchester.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Miles Platting 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 Miles Platting 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, Miles Platting 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 Miles Platting, 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, 118 planning applications were submitted near Miles Platting. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (52), full planning applications (32), listed building and heritage (6). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Miles Platting?
In the last 24 months, 118 planning applications were submitted near Miles Platting. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Miles Platting?
The average planning decision time near Miles Platting is 57 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 Miles Platting?
The planning approval rate near Miles Platting is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Miles Platting?
The most common type of planning application near Miles Platting is discharge of conditions, with 52 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Miles Platting?
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