Shaw planning approval rate
Shaw ward in Oldham has a 89.1% approval rate based on 293 planning decisions. Oldham overall: 89.5%.
Last updated: August 2026
89.1%
ward approval rate
293
Decisions
261
Approved
32
Refused
89.5%
Oldham average
Shaw is broadly in line with the Oldham average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Shaw compares
Shaw ward
89.1%
Oldham overall
89.5%
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Recent decisions in Shaw
Erection of a single storey side extension · Tue 28 Jul 2026
Partial rebuild of the chapel walls, formation of salvaged stone storage enclosu · Thu 16 Jul 2026
Partial rebuild of the chapel walls, formation of salvaged stone storage enclosu · Thu 16 Jul 2026
Single storey extensions and alterations. · Thu 02 Jul 2026
Renovation of barn with increased roof height. · Wed 01 Jul 2026
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