How long do planning decisions take near Moorside (OL4)?

The average planning decision time near Moorside (OL4) is 65 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 Moorside (OL4)?

The planning approval rate near Moorside (OL4) is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Moorside (OL4)?

The most common type of planning application near Moorside (OL4) is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Moorside (OL4)?

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Moorside (OL4), Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Moorside (OL4), Greater Manchester.

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Planning applications in Moorside (OL4) are administered by Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Moorside (OL4)

Moorside is a suburban area located within Oldham, Greater Manchester. Known for its residential character, Moorside offers a mix of housing and local amenities, making it a relevant consideration for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £228,525 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Oldham
Parliamentary constituency: Oldham East and Saddleworth
LSOA: Oldham 012E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Moorside (OL4).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Moorside (OL4).

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Moorside (OL4) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Moorside (OL4).

NMA/356389/26 · Received: Fri 12 Jun 2026 · Validated: Fri 12 Jun 2026 - 85 Haven Lane Oldham OL4 2QH
Non-Material ammendment associated with application HOU/355423/25
Status: Undecided | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-06-12
FUL/356298/26 - 646 Ripponden Road Oldham OL4 2LW
Change of use of House of Multiple Occupancy (Sui Generis) into Family Assessment Centre (C2).
Status: Undecided | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-28
NMA/356279/26 - Land Off Haven Lane Moorside Oldham OL4 2QH
Non-Material amendment associated with application RES/346698/21 - Amendment to boundary fences on eastern boundary
Status: Approved | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-22
HOU/356217/26 - Heys Farm Turf Pit Lane Oldham OL4 2ND
Conversion of existing ancillary storage (C3) associated with existing detached dwelling to form a "Granny Annexe", home gym, laundry and garage including minor elevational changes and installation of
Status: Undecided | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-13
- 4 Haugh Hill Road Oldham OL4 2NQ
Single storey rear extension with a maximum length of 4.60m, maximum height of 3.20m, and height to eaves of 2.53m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Oldham | Date: 2026-05-01
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- 18 Spring Hall Rise Oldham OL4 2TE
Variation of conditions 2 (Approved Plans) and 3 (Materials) associated with HOU/352039/23
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-10-27
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- St Thomas C Of E Primary School Coleridge Road Oldham OL1 4RL
Construction of a treehouse on the playground.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-10-08
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- 69 Rakewood Drive Oldham OL4 2NP
Variation of condition no. 2 relating to app no. HOU/354029/25 - amend the roofline of the proposed extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Oldham | Date: 2025-07-18
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- Land Off Haven Lane Moorside Oldham OL4 2QH
Application for removal of condition no. 17 (requirement for traffic calming measures prior to occupation of the approved dwellings) relating to app no. PA/338917/16
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Oldham | Date: 2024-08-09
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- Land Off Haven Lane Haven Lane Moorside Oldham OL4 2QH
Discharge of condition no.16 (Construction Method Statement) relating to app no. PA/338917/16
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Oldham | Date: 2023-06-21
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A brief summary of Moorside (OL4) in Greater Manchester

Property prices in Moorside (OL4) show an average sale price of £228,525, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Moorside (OL4) a particularly low-crime area.

Moorside (OL4) has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Moorside (OL4)

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Moorside (OL4). Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Moorside (OL4).

At 65 days on average, decisions near Moorside (OL4) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Moorside (OL4) were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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