Northenden, Greater Manchester Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Northenden, Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester · England · settlement
Planning applications in Northenden are administered by Manchester City Council. View the full Manchester City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Northenden
Northenden is a vibrant suburb of Manchester within Greater Manchester, boasting a population of 15,064 as of the 2021 census. Located on the south bank of the River Mersey, it is approximately 4 miles west of Stockport and 5 miles south of Manchester city centre, with Didsbury to the north, Gatley to the east, Sale to the west, and Wythenshawe to the south. Its strategic location and growing community make it a key area for potential planning applications and development projects.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Manchester
- Parliamentary constituency: Wythenshawe and Sale East
- LSOA: Manchester 049A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Northenden.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Northenden.
- 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 Northenden based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
413 planning applications found near Northenden.
- - 70 Homewood Road, Manchester, M22 4DQ
Erection of two storey side and part single, part two storey rear extension following removal of existing single storey rear extension including elevational alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 414 - 416 Palatine Road Manchester M22 4JT
Alterations to the existing shopfront to subdivide a former single commercial unit into two separate units with independent entrances including new shopfronts doors and windows fascia and projecting s
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 1 Greenpark Road Manchester M22 4DS
Erection of first-floor side extension with elevational alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 26 Stage Street Manchester M23 0JT
Erection of single-storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Manchester College Arden Centre Sale Road Manchester M23 0DD
Discharge of Conditions 7 (Drainage Verification) and 14 (Acoustic Insulation Verification) attached to planning permission 137688/JO/2023
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Land At Northenden War Memorial Palatine Road Manchester
Listed Building Consent for repairs and alterations to the Northenden War Memorial.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - Manchester College Arden Centre Sale Road Manchester M23 0DD
Discharge of Condition 4 (Dilapidation Survey) attached to planning permission 137688/JO/2023
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 414 - 416 Palatine Road Manchester M22 4JT
Installation of non illuminated fascia signage to each commercial unit and a non illuminated single projecting sign associated with one unit.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Manchester College Arden Centre Sale Road Manchester M23 0DD
Discharge of Condition 21 (Secure by Design) attached to Planning Permission 137688/JO/2023.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - Manchester College Arden Centre Sale Road Manchester M23 0DD
Discharge of Condition 22 (sustainability verification) attached to Planning Permission 137688/JO/2023.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - 46 Haughton Drive Manchester M22 4EQ
Erection of part-single / part-two storey side extension and two-storey rear extension to provide additional living accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Manchester College Arden Centre Sale Road Manchester M23 0DD
Discharge of Condition 16 in part (Travel Plan) attached to Planning Permission 137688/JO/2023.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Manchester College Arden Centre Sale Road Manchester M23 0DD
Discharge of Condition 2 (local benefit proposal) attached to Planning Permission 137688/JO/2023.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Old Library Building 20 Church Road Manchester M22 4WL
Roof extension (with solar panels) and side extensions to provide community hall space and foyer and extensions to facilities, with bin store.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - Manchester College Arden Centre Sale Road Manchester M23 0DD
Discharge of condtiion 4 (ground conditions) attached to planning permission referenced 131147/FO/2021 (Plots 167, 168, 173 & 174 - Plots 2, 21-26)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-11-05
View full details - - Yew Tree Manor Yewtree Lane Manchester
Discharge of Condition 15 (Lighting) attached to planning permission 141842/JO/2025
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - 20 Stage Street Manchester M23 0JT
Non Material Amendment to planning permission 142610/FH/2025 to allow window added to downstairs ensuite and side door added to replace window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-10-09
View full details - - 36 Homewood Road Manchester M22 4DW
Erection of single storey side and rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Yew Tree Manor Yewtree Lane Manchester
Discharge of Condition 11 (Contaminated Land Verification) attached to 141842/JO/2025
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - Yew Tree Manor Yewtree Lane Manchester
Discharge of conditions 14 (Acoustic Verification Internal), 16 (External Equipment Verification) and 19 (Drainage Verification) from planning permission reference 141842/JO/2025
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-09-19
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A brief summary of Northenden in Greater Manchester
Northenden is a vibrant suburb of Manchester within Greater Manchester, boasting a population of 15,064 as of the 2021 census. Located on the south bank of the River Mersey, it is approximately 4 miles west of Stockport and 5 miles south of Manchester city centre, with Didsbury to the north, Gatley to the east, Sale to the west, and Wythenshawe to the south. Its strategic location and growing community make it a key area for potential planning applications and development projects.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Northenden a particularly low-crime area.
Northenden has one conservation area within its boundaries: Northenden. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Northenden includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Northenden
In the last 24 months, 118 planning applications were submitted near Northenden. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Northenden.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Northenden slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Northenden were full planning applications (57), discharge of conditions (23), outline applications (16). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 8 medium-scale applications, 109 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 81 applications
- Refused: 17 applications
- Withdrawn: 6 applications
- Awaiting decision: 14 applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.