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Planning in Shuttleworth

Approved
79%
15 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Shuttleworth

Shuttleworth is a hamlet located in the northeastern part of the Metropolitan Borough of Bury in Greater Manchester, England. Nestled within the South Pennines, it is approximately 4.3 miles north of Bury and just 0.9 miles south of Edenfield, with the Scout Moor Wind Farm situated to the east. As a suburb of Ramsbottom, Shuttleworth is separated from the town's core by the M66 motorway, making it an interesting area for planning applications related to both residential and infrastructural development. It sits within the Bury district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shuttleworth 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 Shuttleworth, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Shuttleworth. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shuttleworth?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Shuttleworth. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shuttleworth?
The average planning decision time near Shuttleworth is 50 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 Shuttleworth?
The planning approval rate near Shuttleworth is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shuttleworth?
The most common type of planning application near Shuttleworth is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shuttleworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Shuttleworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.