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Planning in New Bury

Approved
70%
43 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Bolton Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around New Bury

Postcode districts

BL4 137 applications in the last 12 monthsM28 146 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About New Bury

New Bury is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Bury 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 New Bury 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, New Bury 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 New Bury, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near New Bury. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), outline applications (12), discharge of conditions (10).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Bury?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near New Bury. The approval rate is 70%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Bury?
The average planning decision time near New Bury is 82 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 New Bury?
The planning approval rate near New Bury is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Bury?
The most common type of planning application near New Bury is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Bury?
You can search and track planning applications near New Bury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.