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Planning in Roaches

Approved
89%
40 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Roaches

Postcode districts

OL3 123 applications in the last 12 monthsOL4 187 applications in the last 12 monthsOL5 46 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Roaches

Roaches is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Roaches 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 Roaches a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Roaches has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Roaches 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 Roaches, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Roaches. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Roaches?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Roaches. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Roaches?
The average planning decision time near Roaches is 80 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 Roaches?
The planning approval rate near Roaches is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Roaches?
The most common type of planning application near Roaches is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Roaches?
You can search and track planning applications near Roaches on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.