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18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Smallbridge · updated daily · Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 12 months

599 Halifax Road, Wardle, Rochdale, OL12 9PYAwaiting decisionPart single storey, part two storey side and rear extensions, alterations to existing fenestration and partial demolition of existing detached garageHouseholder planning permissionReceived 20 Oct 2026PL/2026/0962
81 Birch Road, Wardle, Rochdale, OL12 9QNAwaiting decisionChange of use of part of grass verge to form extension of existing driveway together with dropped kerb.Change of useReceived 20 Oct 2026PL/2026/0875
Former Mount Green Filling Station, Halifax Road, Wuerdle Street, Rochdale, OL16 2SQApprovedNon-material amendment to conditions 1 (plans) and 12 (boundary treatments) on planning permission 25/00931/VRCONNon-Material AmendmentReceived 16 Oct 2026Decided 28 Oct 2026OTH/2026/0949
Birch Hill Hospital, Birch Road, Wardle, Rochdale, OL12 9QBAwaiting decisionWorks to protected trees under TPO ref 259 as follows:- Poplar Tree referenced as (T6) - proposal of a 3-4m reduction for safety reasons and overhanging a footpath. Poplar Tree referenced as (T7) - proposal of failed branch removal to ensure safety Maple/Sycamore Trees referenced as (G3 and T8)) - proposal of crown lifting these trees to the same height of 6m would allow clearance to ensure safety of vehicles and pedestriansConsent for Works under a Tree Preservation OrderReceived 30 Sep 2026OTH/2026/0901
Mount Green Filling Station, Halifax Road, Wardle, Rochdale, OL16 2SQApprovedSubmission of details to comply with condition 3 (materials) on planning permission 25/00931/VRCONApproval of details reserved by a conditionReceived 8 Jun 2026Decided 23 Jun 2026OTH/2026/0518

Planning in Smallbridge

Approved: 88%; 21 of 23 decided
Decision time: about 1 week; on average

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

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Around Smallbridge

Postcode districts

OL12 104 applications in the last 12 monthsOL16 145 applications in the last 12 monthsOL15 43 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Smallbridge

Smallbridge is a district located in the northeast of Rochdale, Greater Manchester, nestled at the foothills of the Pennines. It borders Buckley to the north and is situated south of the village of Wardle. The area falls within the Smallbridge and Firgrove ward, which had a population of 11,469 according to the 2011 Census, making it a key consideration for any planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 11,469. It sits within the Rochdale district.

Property prices in Smallbridge show an average sale price of £207,814, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Smallbridge 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 Smallbridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Smallbridge has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Smallbridge 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 Smallbridge, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Smallbridge. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of -13 days.

The most common types were outline applications (14), full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Smallbridge?

In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Smallbridge. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Smallbridge?

The average planning decision time near Smallbridge is -13 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 Smallbridge?

The planning approval rate near Smallbridge is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Smallbridge?

The most common type of planning application near Smallbridge is outline applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Smallbridge?

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