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Planning in Tonge Fold

Approved
80%
74 of 93 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Tonge Fold

Tonge Fold is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

Property prices in Tonge Fold show an average sale price of £202,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tonge Fold 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 Tonge Fold a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Tonge Fold has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tonge Fold 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 Tonge Fold, 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, 109 planning applications were submitted near Tonge Fold. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (60), outline applications (17), tree works (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 6 were dismissed (14% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tonge Fold?
In the last 24 months, 109 planning applications were submitted near Tonge Fold. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tonge Fold?
The average planning decision time near Tonge Fold is 70 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 Tonge Fold?
The planning approval rate near Tonge Fold is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tonge Fold?
The most common type of planning application near Tonge Fold is full planning applications, with 60 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tonge Fold?
You can search and track planning applications near Tonge Fold on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.