How long do planning decisions take near Wood Road?

The average planning decision time near Wood Road is 80 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 Wood Road?

The planning approval rate near Wood Road is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wood Road?

The most common type of planning application near Wood Road is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wood Road?

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Wood Road, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wood Road, Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wood Road are administered by Bury Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Bury Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Wood Road

Wood Road in the Wan Chai district of Hong Kong Island is an L-shaped thoroughfare that connects Wan Chai Road to Queen's Road East. It serves as a vital route for students, with two primary schools, two secondary schools, and the Morrison Hill campus of the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education nearby, making it a bustling area despite its limited vehicular access. A staircase at the end of the road restricts direct vehicle movement to Queen's Road East, enhancing pedestrian safety amid the daily influx of schoolchildren.

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Area Information

Admin district: Bury
Parliamentary constituency: Bury North
LSOA: Bury 007C

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wood Road.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wood Road.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Wood Road based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Wood Road.

73237 - 23 Rowlands Road, Summerseat, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL9 5NF
Application to discharge condition 3 (materials schedule) and condition 4 (programme of works) on...
Status: Undecided | Council: Bury | Date: 2026-05-22
73236 - 21 Rowlands Road, Summerseat, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL9 5NF
Application to discharge condition 3 (materials schedule) and condition 4 (programme of works) on...
Status: Undecided | Council: Bury | Date: 2026-05-22
- Wood Mill, Wood Road Lane, Summerseat, Bury, BL9 5QA
Conversion of existing dwelling to create 3 no. separate dwellings and erection of 1 no. dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bury | Date: 2026-02-06
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- 23 Rowlands Road, Summerseat, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL9 5NF
Reconfiguration from semi detached dwelling to a detached dwelling; Two storey side/rear extension; Front & rear dormers with rear balcony; Front porch; Render & cladding; Raising ridge height
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bury | Date: 2026-01-13
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- Summerseat Methodist Primary School, Rowlands Road, Summerseat, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL9 5NF
Single storey rear extension with ramp access
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bury | Date: 2023-05-19
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A brief summary of Wood Road in Greater Manchester

Neighbourhood safety in Wood Road is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wood Road has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Summerseat, Brooksbottoms and Rowlands, Walmersley, Ramsbottom. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wood Road includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Wood Road

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Wood Road. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Wood Road.

The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Wood Road were full planning applications (13), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 62% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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