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Planning in Parr Brow

Approved
80%
24 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Parr Brow in the last 24 months, from Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Parr Brow

Postcode districts

M28 146 applications in the last 12 monthsM29 108 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Parr Brow

Parr Brow is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Parr Brow 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 Parr Brow 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, Parr Brow 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 Parr Brow, 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, 61 planning applications were submitted near Parr Brow. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (16), full planning applications (8), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Parr Brow?
In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Parr Brow. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Parr Brow?
The average planning decision time near Parr Brow is 69 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 Parr Brow?
The planning approval rate near Parr Brow is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Parr Brow?
The most common type of planning application near Parr Brow is discharge of conditions, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Parr Brow?
You can search and track planning applications near Parr Brow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.