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Planning in Wardle

Approved
90%
18 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 1 week
on average

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

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About Wardle

Wardle is a picturesque village located near Littleborough in the Metropolitan Borough of Rochdale, Greater Manchester. Nestled in the foothills of the South Pennines, it is approximately 1.8 miles east-southeast of Whitworth and 2.5 miles north-northwest of Rochdale, making it well-positioned for those considering planning applications in a scenic yet accessible area. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,092. It sits within the Rochdale district.

Property prices in Wardle show an average sale price of £207,814, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wardle 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 Wardle, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Wardle. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of -28 days.

The most common types were outline applications (14), full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wardle?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Wardle. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wardle?
The average planning decision time near Wardle is -28 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 Wardle?
The planning approval rate near Wardle is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wardle?
The most common type of planning application near Wardle is outline applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wardle?
You can search and track planning applications near Wardle on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.