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40 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Strangeways · updated daily · Manchester City Council

Planning in Strangeways

Approved
83%
159 of 181 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Strangeways

Postcode districts

M4 107 applications in the last 12 monthsM3 206 applications in the last 12 monthsM8 92 applications in the last 12 monthsM1 178 applications in the last 12 monthsM60 7 applications in the last 12 monthsM2 141 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Manchester City Council

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About Strangeways

Strangeways, located in Greater Manchester, is well-known for HM Prison Manchester, a high-security facility housing male inmates classified as Category A and B. Originally named after the area, the prison underwent significant reconstruction following a major riot in 1990, leading to its current designation. This historical context is essential for anyone researching planning applications in the region, as it highlights the area's development and ongoing significance in local governance.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Strangeways 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 Strangeways 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, Strangeways 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 Strangeways, 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, 251 planning applications were submitted near Strangeways. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (116), full planning applications (44), advertising consent (19). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Strangeways?
In the last 24 months, 251 planning applications were submitted near Strangeways. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Strangeways?
The average planning decision time near Strangeways is 54 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 Strangeways?
The planning approval rate near Strangeways is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Strangeways?
The most common type of planning application near Strangeways is discharge of conditions, with 116 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Strangeways?
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