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Planning in Woodford

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Woodford

Woodford is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, Greater Manchester. Situated 5.2 miles south of Stockport and 10.7 miles southeast of Manchester, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development considerations in the region. It sits within the Stockport district.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woodford 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 Woodford, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Woodford. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodford?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Woodford. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woodford?
The average planning decision time near Woodford is 46 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 Woodford?
The planning approval rate near Woodford is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodford?
The most common type of planning application near Woodford is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodford?
You can search and track planning applications near Woodford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.