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Planning in Moorhey

Approved
94%
104 of 108 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Moorhey

Postcode districts

OL4 187 applications in the last 12 monthsOL1 152 applications in the last 12 monthsOL8 138 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Moorhey

Moorhey is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

Property prices in Moorhey show an average sale price of £228,525, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Moorhey 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 Moorhey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Moorhey has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Moorhey 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 Moorhey, 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, 158 planning applications were submitted near Moorhey. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (34), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Moorhey?
In the last 24 months, 158 planning applications were submitted near Moorhey. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Moorhey?
The average planning decision time near Moorhey is 73 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 Moorhey?
The planning approval rate near Moorhey is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Moorhey?
The most common type of planning application near Moorhey is full planning applications, with 34 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Moorhey?
You can search and track planning applications near Moorhey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.