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Planning in Werneth

Approved
90%
120 of 129 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Werneth

Postcode districts

OL9 207 applications in the last 12 monthsOL8 138 applications in the last 12 monthsOL1 152 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Werneth

Werneth, located in Oldham, Greater Manchester, is a historic area with a population of 12,348 as of the 2011 census. Situated just 1 mile west-southwest of Oldham's commercial centre, Werneth shares boundaries with Westwood, Hollinwood, Hollins, and Chadderton. The area encompasses Freehold, positioned between Werneth Park and the Chadderton border at Block Lane, making it a key focus for planning and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 12,348. It sits within the Oldham district.

Property prices in Werneth show an average sale price of £228,115, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Werneth 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 (February 2026). This makes Werneth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Werneth 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 Werneth, 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, 180 planning applications were submitted near Werneth. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (34), outline applications (10), discharge of conditions (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Werneth?
In the last 24 months, 180 planning applications were submitted near Werneth. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Werneth?
The average planning decision time near Werneth is 85 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 Werneth?
The planning approval rate near Werneth is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Werneth?
The most common type of planning application near Werneth is full planning applications, with 34 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Werneth?
You can search and track planning applications near Werneth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.