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Planning in Scot Lane End

Approved
63%
10 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Scot Lane End in the last 24 months, from Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Scot Lane End

Postcode districts

BL6 268 applications in the last 12 monthsBL5 170 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Scot Lane End

Scot Lane End is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

Property prices in Scot Lane End show an average sale price of £202,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Scot Lane End 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 Scot Lane End a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Scot Lane End 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Scot Lane End, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Scot Lane End. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Scot Lane End?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Scot Lane End. The approval rate is 63%.
How long do planning decisions take near Scot Lane End?
The average planning decision time near Scot Lane End is 94 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 Scot Lane End?
The planning approval rate near Scot Lane End is 63%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Scot Lane End?
The most common type of planning application near Scot Lane End is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Scot Lane End?
You can search and track planning applications near Scot Lane End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.