Hindley Green planning approval rate
Hindley Green ward in Wigan has a 90.9% approval rate based on 44 planning decisions. Wigan overall: 89.1%.
Last updated: September 2026
90.9%
ward approval rate
44
Decisions
40
Approved
4
Refused
89.1%
Wigan average
Hindley Green is broadly in line with the Wigan average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Hindley Green compares
Hindley Green ward
90.9%
Wigan overall
89.1%
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Recent decisions in Hindley Green
Change of use from single dwelling (Use Class C3) to a childrens residential hom · Fri 11 Sep 2026
Single storey side extension and associated external alterations · Fri 28 Aug 2026
Creation of permanent vehicular footpath crossing and installation of driveway f · Mon 24 Aug 2026
First floor extension to side and rear · Fri 14 Aug 2026
Erection of a single storey metal secure storage/workshop building within existi · Fri 31 Jul 2026
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