How long do planning decisions take near Blurton?

The average planning decision time near Blurton is 43 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 Blurton?

The planning approval rate near Blurton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blurton?

The most common type of planning application near Blurton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blurton?

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Blurton, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blurton, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Blurton are administered by Stoke On Trent City Council. View the full Stoke On Trent City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Blurton

Blurton, located in the southern part of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, encompasses several areas including Hollybush, Old Blurton, Blurton Farm, and Newstead. This district is an important consideration for planning applications due to its diverse residential and community settings.

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Area Information

Admin district: Stoke-on-Trent
Parliamentary constituency: Stoke-on-Trent South
LSOA: Stoke-on-Trent 033B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blurton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Blurton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Blurton.

- 96 Church Road, Blurton, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST3 3BB
Outline Planning Application for 3no. dwellings (including the reserved matter of 'access')
Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-10-17
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- 52-54 Church Road, Blurton, Stoke-on-trent, St3 3bb ,
Certificate of (proposed) lawful development for the siting of a caravan/mobile home in rear garden for ancillary residential use
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2023-08-16
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A brief summary of Blurton in Staffordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blurton a particularly low-crime area.

Blurton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Dresden, Blurton Church. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Blurton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Blurton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Blurton.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Blurton were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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