Search Starling planning applications
29 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Starling · updated daily · Bury Metropolitan Borough Council
Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 86 Haslam Hey Close, Bury, BL8 2LBAwaiting decisionSecond storey side extensionReceived 27 Oct 202673810
- 9 Bidston Close, Bury, BL8 2UNAwaiting decisionLawful Development Certificate for the proposed construction of a rear dormer roof extensionReceived 26 Oct 202673678
- 5 Garstang Drive, Bury, BL8 2JSApprovedSingle storey side extension; Front porchReceived 25 Sep 2026Decided 10 Nov 202673693
- Gorse Hill Farm, Starling Road, Bury, BL8 2HJRefusedTwo-Storey Front Extension; Two-Storey Rear Extension; Two-Storey Side Extension; New Gable Roof Extension at front and Alterations to External Windows/DoorsReceived 27 Aug 2026Decided 8 Oct 202673401
- Gorsehill, 94 Starling Road, Radcliffe, Bury, BL8 2HHApprovedApplication for Permission in Principle for the construction of 1 no. single detatched dwellingOutlineReceived 25 Aug 2026Decided 29 Sep 202673574
Planning in Starling
- Approved
- 86%
- 30 of 34 decided
- Decision time
- about 7 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Starling in the last 24 months, from Bury Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Starling
Postcode districts
BL8 169 applications in the last 12 monthsM26 119 applications in the last 12 monthsBL2 225 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
Nearby towns and villages
Planning authority: Bury Metropolitan Borough Council
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About Starling
Starling, located in Greater Manchester, is characterized by its vibrant community and unique wildlife, particularly the starling birds that are known for their glossy plumage and complex vocalizations. These small to medium-sized passerine birds are famous for their mesmerizing murmuration, where they gather in large flocks, creating stunning aerial displays. This distinctive natural phenomenon adds to the town's charm and may influence local planning and development considerations.
Property prices in Starling show an average sale price of £270,594, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Starling 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 Starling a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Starling 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 Starling, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Starling. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).