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Planning in Woods End

Approved
93%
63 of 68 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Woods End

Woods End is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Woods End 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 Woods End 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, Woods End 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 Woods End, 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, 136 planning applications were submitted near Woods End. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (65), outline applications (14), discharge of conditions (9).

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 Woods End?
In the last 24 months, 136 planning applications were submitted near Woods End. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woods End?
The average planning decision time near Woods End is 54 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 Woods End?
The planning approval rate near Woods End is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woods End?
The most common type of planning application near Woods End is full planning applications, with 65 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woods End?
You can search and track planning applications near Woods End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.