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House prices in Cannock Chase District Council: average £236,743, +2.8% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Cannock Chase District Council received?
Cannock Chase District Council received 413 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 89%.
How long does Cannock Chase District Council take to decide applications?
Cannock Chase District Council takes an average of 59 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for Cannock Chase District Council?
Cannock Chase District Council approves 89% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Cannock Chase District Council?
Submit your representation to Cannock Chase District Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Cannock Chase District Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Cannock Chase District Council planning decision?
Yes. If Cannock Chase District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 99 appeals were lodged against Cannock Chase District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 27% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Cannock Chase District Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Cannock Chase District Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Cannock Chase District Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Cannock Chase District Council oversees an area renowned for its natural beauty, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a National Landscape in Staffordshire, England. This picturesque environment not only attracts visitors but also plays a key role in local planning applications, ensuring developments harmonize with the stunning landscapes and preserve the area's ecological integrity.

The council area encompasses 45 towns and villages, including Cannock and Rugeley. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Cannock Chase District Council received 413 planning applications. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (148), amendments (44), discharge of conditions (37). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

99 planning appeals were lodged against Cannock Chase District Council decisions, of which 24 were allowed and 66 were dismissed (27% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Cannock Chase District Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Cannock Chase District Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.