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Planning in Nimble Nook

Approved
91%
80 of 86 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Nimble Nook

Postcode districts

OL9 207 applications in the last 12 monthsM24 125 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 Nimble Nook

Nimble Nook is a locality situated within the town of Chadderton, part of the Metropolitan Borough of Oldham in Greater Manchester. This area is relevant for planning applications, given its integration into the broader community development and local infrastructure of Chadderton.

Property prices in Nimble Nook 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 Nimble Nook 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 Nimble Nook a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nimble Nook 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 Nimble Nook, 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, 117 planning applications were submitted near Nimble Nook. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nimble Nook?
In the last 24 months, 117 planning applications were submitted near Nimble Nook. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nimble Nook?
The average planning decision time near Nimble Nook is 86 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 Nimble Nook?
The planning approval rate near Nimble Nook is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Nimble Nook?
The most common type of planning application near Nimble Nook is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nimble Nook?
You can search and track planning applications near Nimble Nook on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.