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Planning in Summerseat

Approved
92%
23 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Summerseat

Postcode districts

BL9 320 applications in the last 12 monthsBL0 103 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bury Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Summerseat

Summerseat is a charming village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Bury, Greater Manchester, just south of Ramsbottom. Its proximity to nearby towns and scenic surroundings make it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications, offering opportunities for development within a desirable community setting.

Property prices in Summerseat 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 Summerseat 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 Summerseat a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Summerseat 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 Summerseat, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Summerseat. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Summerseat?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Summerseat. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Summerseat?
The average planning decision time near Summerseat is 74 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 Summerseat?
The planning approval rate near Summerseat is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Summerseat?
The most common type of planning application near Summerseat is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Summerseat?
You can search and track planning applications near Summerseat on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.