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Planning in Barnfields

Approved
90%
18 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barnfields in the last 24 months, from Herefordshire Council's planning register.

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Around Barnfields

Postcode districts

HR4 375 applications in the last 12 monthsHR2 352 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Herefordshire Council

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About Barnfields

Barnfields is a suburb located within Leek, part of the Staffordshire Moorlands district in Staffordshire, England. This area offers a blend of residential and local amenities, making it an attractive place for potential development and planning applications. Its proximity to Leek provides additional resources and infrastructure beneficial for new projects.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barnfields 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 (September 2026). This makes Barnfields a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barnfields has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barnfields 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Barnfields, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Barnfields. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barnfields?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Barnfields. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barnfields?
The average planning decision time near Barnfields 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 Barnfields?
The planning approval rate near Barnfields is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barnfields?
The most common type of planning application near Barnfields is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barnfields?
You can search and track planning applications near Barnfields on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.