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Planning in Radcliffe

Approved
79%
49 of 59 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Radcliffe

Radcliffe is a market town situated in the Metropolitan Borough of Bury, Greater Manchester, approximately 7 miles northwest of Manchester and 3 miles southwest of Bury. Nestled in the Irwell Valley, the town is bordered by Whitefield to the south and is intersected by the disused Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. The town has a population of approximately 29,950. It sits within the Bury district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Radcliffe 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 Radcliffe 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, Radcliffe 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 Radcliffe, 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, 72 planning applications were submitted near Radcliffe. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (15), outline applications (5). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Radcliffe?
In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Radcliffe. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Radcliffe?
The average planning decision time near Radcliffe is 79 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 Radcliffe?
The planning approval rate near Radcliffe is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Radcliffe?
The most common type of planning application near Radcliffe is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Radcliffe?
You can search and track planning applications near Radcliffe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.