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Planning in Stubshaw Cross

Approved
90%
18 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Stubshaw Cross

Postcode districts

WN4 102 applications in the last 12 monthsWN2 159 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Stubshaw Cross

Stubshaw Cross is a market town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester, just 4 miles south of Wigan. With a population of 26,380 as recorded in the 2021 census, this area is an important consideration for planning applications, reflecting its community size and development potential.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stubshaw Cross 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 Stubshaw Cross 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, Stubshaw Cross 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 Stubshaw Cross, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Stubshaw Cross. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stubshaw Cross?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Stubshaw Cross. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stubshaw Cross?
The average planning decision time near Stubshaw Cross is 62 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 Stubshaw Cross?
The planning approval rate near Stubshaw Cross is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stubshaw Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Stubshaw Cross is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stubshaw Cross?
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