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Planning in Town Lane

Approved
87%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Town Lane

Town Lane is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Town Lane 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 Town Lane, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Town Lane. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Town Lane?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Town Lane. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Town Lane?
The average planning decision time near Town Lane is 66 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 Town Lane?
The planning approval rate near Town Lane is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Town Lane?
The most common type of planning application near Town Lane is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Town Lane?
You can search and track planning applications near Town Lane on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.