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31 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Stretford · updated daily · Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Stretford

Approved
80%
37 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Stretford

Postcode districts

M32 178 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Stretford

Stretford is a market town in Trafford, Greater Manchester, situated on flat terrain between the River Mersey and the Manchester Ship Canal, with the Bridgewater Canal running through it. Located just 4 miles south of central Manchester and bordered by several areas including Chorlton-cum-Hardy and Urmston, Stretford had a population of 46,910 as of 2011. This town’s strategic position makes it a key area for planning applications, with various development opportunities influenced by its proximity to major transport links and surrounding communities. The town has a population of approximately 236,301 (2022 estimate). It sits within the Greater Manchester district.

Stretford sits at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 106.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stretford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.trafford.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Stretford, 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, 148 planning applications were submitted near Stretford. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (42), discharge of conditions (25), outline applications (20). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 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 Stretford?
In the last 24 months, 148 planning applications were submitted near Stretford. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stretford?
The average planning decision time near Stretford is 55 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 Stretford?
The planning approval rate near Stretford is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stretford?
The most common type of planning application near Stretford is full planning applications, with 42 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stretford?
You can search and track planning applications near Stretford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.