How long do planning decisions take near Moss Side (L39)?

The average planning decision time near Moss Side (L39) is 267 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Moss Side (L39)?

The most common type of planning application near Moss Side (L39) is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Moss Side (L39)?

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Moss Side (L39), Merseyside Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Moss Side (L39), Merseyside.

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About Moss Side (L39)

Moss Side is an inner-city area located 1.9 miles south of Manchester city centre, with a population of 20,745 as recorded in the 2021 census. The area is bordered by Hulme to the north, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Rusholme, and Fallowfield to the east, Whalley Range to the south, and Old Trafford to the west, making it a key zone for urban development and planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £354,210 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Lancashire
Parliamentary constituency: West Lancashire
LSOA: West Lancashire 007A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Moss Side (L39).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Moss Side (L39).

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 Moss Side (L39) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Moss Side (L39).

- 207 Brookfield Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 6SN
Two storey extension to side with single storey extension to rear together with new site entrance and new boundary wall.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 207 Brookfield Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 6SN
Application for Permission in Principle - Residential development for 1no. dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2026-03-03
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- Elm Farm Equestrian Elm Farm Nursery Butchers Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 6SY
Application for approval of Reserved Matters - Pursuant to outline planning permission 2020/0976/OUT. Construction of 1 detached 2 storey dwelling (including details of Appearance and Landscaping).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2024-03-22
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- 16 The Smallholdings Millbank Lane Maghull L31 9AT
Prior approval application for the conversion of agricultural building into a dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sefton | Date: 2024-01-09
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- Elm Farm Equestrian Elm Farm Nursery Butchers Lane Aughton Ormskirk Lancashire L39 6SY
Demolition of existing stables and construction of a single detached two storey dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: West Lancashire | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Moss Side (L39) in Merseyside

Property prices in Moss Side (L39) show an average sale price of £354,210, 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 Moss Side (L39) a particularly low-crime area.

Moss Side (L39) 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 Moss Side (L39)

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Moss Side (L39). The average decision time was 267 days.

With an average of 267 days, decisions near Moss Side (L39) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 9-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Moss Side (L39) were full planning applications (6), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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