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Planning in Woolley Bridge

Approved
78%
21 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Woolley Bridge

Woolley Bridge is a locality in Glossopdale, situated on the boundary between Greater Manchester and Derbyshire, just 10 miles from Manchester city centre. It is part of the Hadfield South ward and is surrounded by several communities, including Hollingworth, Tintwistle, Dinting Vale, Gamesley, Glossop, and Mottram. This vibrant area may be of interest to those researching planning applications due to its strategic location and proximity to key nearby towns.

Property prices in Woolley Bridge show an average sale price of £221,406, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Woolley Bridge 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 Woolley Bridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Woolley Bridge has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woolley Bridge 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 Woolley Bridge, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Woolley Bridge. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (6), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woolley Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Woolley Bridge. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woolley Bridge?
The average planning decision time near Woolley Bridge is 53 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 Woolley Bridge?
The planning approval rate near Woolley Bridge is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woolley Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near Woolley Bridge is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woolley Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Woolley Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.