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Planning in Beaconside

Approved
85%
35 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Beaconside in the last 24 months, from Stafford Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Beaconside

Postcode districts

ST16 112 applications in the last 12 monthsST18 150 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stafford Borough Council

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About Beaconside

Beaconside is a district in Stafford, England, notable for housing the Ministry of Defence's Stafford site, previously an RAF base. The area was once home to Staffordshire University's campus until its closure in 2014. Beaconside is also named after a significant road that is part of the A513, making it a key location for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Stafford district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beaconside 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 Beaconside a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Beaconside 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 Beaconside, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Beaconside. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), outline applications (7), tree works (6).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beaconside?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Beaconside. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beaconside?
The average planning decision time near Beaconside is 89 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 Beaconside?
The planning approval rate near Beaconside is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beaconside?
The most common type of planning application near Beaconside is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beaconside?
You can search and track planning applications near Beaconside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.