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Planning in Toppings

Approved
88%
73 of 82 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Toppings

Postcode districts

BL7 174 applications in the last 12 monthsBL1 424 applications in the last 12 monthsBL2 225 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Toppings

Toppings is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Toppings 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 Toppings a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Toppings has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Toppings 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 Toppings, 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, 116 planning applications were submitted near Toppings. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (40), full planning applications (30), discharge of conditions (9).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Toppings?
In the last 24 months, 116 planning applications were submitted near Toppings. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Toppings?
The average planning decision time near Toppings 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 Toppings?
The planning approval rate near Toppings is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Toppings?
The most common type of planning application near Toppings is tree works applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Toppings?
You can search and track planning applications near Toppings on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.