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Planning in Salford

Approved
79%
61 of 69 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Salford in the last 24 months, from Salford City Council's planning register.

Decided by Salford City CouncilCouncil page

Around Salford

Postcode districts

M6 98 applications in the last 12 monthsM5 65 applications in the last 12 monthsM50 24 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Salford City Council

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About Salford

Salford, located in Greater Manchester, England, sits on the western bank of the River Irwell, which separates it from Manchester city centre. With a population of 129,794 as of 2021, the city is known for its notable landmarks, including the former town hall, Salford Cathedral, and St Philip's Church. Those from Salford are referred to as Salfordians, adding to the city's vibrant community identity, which may be relevant for planning applications in the area. The city has a population of approximately 103,886 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Salford district.

Salford sits at an elevation of 46 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 21.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Salford show an average sale price of £251,581, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Salford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.salford.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Salford, 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, 128 planning applications were submitted near Salford. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (59), full planning applications (14), amendments (11). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Salford?
In the last 24 months, 128 planning applications were submitted near Salford. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Salford?
The average planning decision time near Salford is 58 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 Salford?
The planning approval rate near Salford is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Salford?
The most common type of planning application near Salford is discharge of conditions, with 59 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Salford?
You can search and track planning applications near Salford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.