Rhodes, Greater Manchester Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Rhodes, Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester · England · settlement
About Rhodes
Rhodes is a suburban area within Middleton, located in the Rochdale district of Greater Manchester. As of 2018, it had a population of approximately 2,917 residents, making it a small but vibrant community, which could be relevant for local planning applications and development projects.
District: Rochdale
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Area Information
- Admin district: Rochdale
- Parliamentary constituency: Blackley and Middleton South
- LSOA: Rochdale 023B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Rhodes.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rhodes.
- 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 Rhodes based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Rhodes.
- - Land to rear of 654 Manchester Old Road/ Side of Little Heaton Nursing Home, Walker Street, Middleton, M24 4QF
Erection of one detached dwelling following demolition of existing structure
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 206 HEYWOOD OLD ROAD, MIDDLETON, MANCHESTER, M24 4GR
Single‑storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 7 Kelvin Avenue Middleton Rochdale M24 4RA
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for a rear dormer extension including alteration of roof from hip to gable
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2023-12-01
View full details - - 51 Marquess Way Middleton M24 4JR
Proposed felling of Beech tree (T29) subject to Tree Preservation Order TPO123
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2023-08-23
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A brief summary of Rhodes in Greater Manchester
Rhodes is a suburban area within Middleton, located in the Rochdale district of Greater Manchester. As of 2018, it had a population of approximately 2,917 residents, making it a small but vibrant community, which could be relevant for local planning applications and development projects. It sits within the Rochdale district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rhodes a particularly low-crime area.
Rhodes has one conservation area within its boundaries: Crab Lane, Higher Blackley. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rhodes 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 Rhodes
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Rhodes. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rhodes may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Rhodes were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.
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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.