Openshaw, Greater Manchester Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Openshaw, Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester · England · settlement
About Openshaw
Openshaw is a suburb located approximately three miles east of Manchester city centre, within Greater Manchester. Originally part of Lancashire, it became part of Manchester in 1890. The name "Openshaw" is derived from the Old English term for "open wood" or "coppice," reflecting its historical landscape. This area's rich history and development make it a relevant focus for those researching planning applications in the region.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Manchester
- Parliamentary constituency: Manchester Central
- LSOA: Manchester 062B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Openshaw.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Openshaw.
- 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 Openshaw based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Openshaw.
- - 122 Victoria Street Bradford Manchester M11 2JW
Erection of a single storey rear extension together with the installation of a rear dormer to the main roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - 22 Aldermoor Close Manchester M11 1JQ
Enlargement of dwellinghouse consisting of the installation of a rear dormer and the addition of two rooflights to the front roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Manchester | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - 22 Aldermoor Close Manchester M11 1JQ
Installation of a flat roof dormer to rear roof of dwelling and two skylights to the front.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Manchester | Date: 2024-12-15
View full details - - Elizabeth House Victoria Street Manchester M11 2NX
Change of use of existing building from office use (Class E) to Class F1 learning and non-residential institution
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Manchester | Date: 2024-12-11
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A brief summary of Openshaw in Greater Manchester
Openshaw is a suburb located approximately three miles east of Manchester city centre, within Greater Manchester. Originally part of Lancashire, it became part of Manchester in 1890. The name "Openshaw" is derived from the Old English term for "open wood" or "coppice," reflecting its historical landscape. This area's rich history and development make it a relevant focus for those researching planning applications in the region.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Openshaw a particularly low-crime area.
Openshaw has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Gore Brook Valley, Gorton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Openshaw 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.
Planning Activity in Openshaw
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Openshaw. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 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 Openshaw.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Openshaw were discharge of conditions (14), full planning applications (10), amendments (8).
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.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 21 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Withdrawn: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 11 applications
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