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Royton South planning approval rate

Royton South ward in Oldham has a 91.9% approval rate based on 272 planning decisions. Oldham overall: 88.6%.

Last updated: March 2026

91.9%
ward approval rate
272
Decisions
250
Approved
22
Refused
88.6%
Oldham average

Royton South sits slightly above the Oldham average, with a 3.3 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.

How Royton South compares

Royton South ward (272 decided)
91.9%
Oldham overall (6,836 decided)
88.6%
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Recent decisions in Royton South

Hipped roof to be converted to a gable end with the construction of a rear dorme · Mon 02 Mar 2026
Approved
Single storey rear extension. · Thu 05 Feb 2026
Approved
Proposed change of use from dwelling (class C3) to children's home (planning use · Thu 05 Feb 2026
Approved
Prior approval for the demolition of the former Royton After School Care Associa · Tue 16 Dec 2025
Approved
Non Material Amendment application for the positioning of the windows and doors · Tue 11 Nov 2025
Approved

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Less than one set of revised drawings. Based on 6,836 decisions.

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