How long do planning decisions take near Beasley?

The average planning decision time near Beasley is 45 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 Beasley?

The planning approval rate near Beasley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Beasley?

The most common type of planning application near Beasley is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Beasley?

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Beasley, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beasley, Staffordshire.

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About Beasley

Chesterton is a historic former mining village located on the outskirts of Newcastle-under-Lyme in Staffordshire, England. Its rich industrial heritage may influence various planning applications and developments in the area, making it an important consideration for those researching local land use and development opportunities.

District: Newcastle-under-Lyme

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £188,256 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Parliamentary constituency: Newcastle-under-Lyme
LSOA: Newcastle-under-Lyme 006E

Crime Statistics

127 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 46
anti-social-behaviour: 29
criminal-damage-arson: 10
burglary: 8
public-order: 7
other-theft: 6
other-crime: 6
drugs: 5
vehicle-crime: 4
bicycle-theft: 3
shoplifting: 3

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beasley.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Beasley.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Beasley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Beasley.

- Land Off Cross Street Chesterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 7HF
Application for approval of the Landscape Scheme & management plan as required by condition 5 of planning permission 22/00012/REM
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Land Off Cross Street Chesterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 7HF
Application for approval of the materials as required by condition 3 of planning permission 24/00137/FUL - Detailed (full) planning permission for the erection of 39 dwellings within Use Class C3, for
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2026-01-30
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A brief summary of Beasley in Staffordshire

Property prices in Beasley show an average sale price of £188,256, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Beasley area recorded 127 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Beasley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Metallic Tileries, Parkhouse SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Beasley

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Beasley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Beasley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Beasley were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (2), amendments (2).

In terms of development scale, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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