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Planning in Milnrow

Approved
76%
22 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Milnrow

Milnrow is a town in the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, Greater Manchester, located along the River Beal at the foothills of the South Pennines. Just 2 miles east of Rochdale town centre and 10 miles north-northeast of Manchester, Milnrow offers a blend of urban living and natural beauty, extending from Windy Hill to the Rochdale Canal. The town is conveniently situated near junction 21 of the M62 motorway and includes the village of Newhey and the hamlets of Tunshill and Ogden, making it an attractive area for planning applications. The town has a population of approximately 9,227. It sits within the Rochdale district.

Property prices in Milnrow show an average sale price of £207,814, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Milnrow 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 Milnrow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Milnrow has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Milnrow 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 Milnrow, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Milnrow. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Milnrow?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Milnrow. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Milnrow?
The average planning decision time near Milnrow is 64 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 Milnrow?
The planning approval rate near Milnrow is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Milnrow?
The most common type of planning application near Milnrow is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Milnrow?
You can search and track planning applications near Milnrow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.