Butterton (ST5), Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Butterton (ST5), Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Butterton (ST5) are administered by Staffordshire Moorlands District Council. View the full Staffordshire Moorlands District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Butterton (ST5)
Butterton is a quaint village located in the Staffordshire Moorlands, England, near the scenic Peak District. Overlooking the picturesque Manifold Valley and Ecton Hill, which stands at 1,212 feet, Butterton is approximately 5 miles east of Leek and 8 miles from the popular Alton Towers theme park. Characterized by its local sandstone architecture, the village features a Grade II listed church and a unique ford where Hoo Brook flows along the main street, making it an interesting area for planning applications.
Population: 207 (2021)
District: Staffordshire Moorlands
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Area Information
- Admin district: Newcastle-under-Lyme
- Parliamentary constituency: Newcastle-under-Lyme
- LSOA: Newcastle-under-Lyme 014C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Butterton (ST5).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Butterton (ST5).
- 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 Butterton (ST5) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
62 planning applications found near Butterton (ST5).
- - Land West Of Butterton Stud And Racing Stables Park Road Butterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire
Application for permission in principle for the erection of 5-6 dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2025-10-17
View full details - - Land East Of Butterton Stud And Racing Stables Park Road Butterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire
Application for permission in principle for the erection of 2-3 dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2025-10-09
View full details - - Butterton Stud And Racing Stables Park Road Butterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire
Application for the modification or discharge of planning obligations made under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act relating to planning permission 04/01149/FUL
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2024-03-01
View full details - - Butterton Stud And Racing Stables Park Road Butterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire
Proposed redevelopment of Butterton Racing Stables, including the demolition of existing stable buildings and equine paraphernalia, the erection of 4 detached dwellings and the conversion of an existi
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2023-11-23
View full details - - Park House Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Works to Trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2020-08-20
View full details - - The Nursery House Park Road Butterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Fell 3 Conifers, T1, T2, T3
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2020-04-29
View full details - - Butterton Cottage Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Application for a lawful development certificate for Solar Panels
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2018-10-11
View full details - 18/00797/PLD - Butterton Cottage Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Application for a lawful development certificate for Solar Panels
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2018-10-11
View full details - - St Thomass Church Butterton Road Butterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire
Tree works
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2016-11-08
View full details - - Butterton House Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Application for a lawful development certificate for existing use of a detached domestic garage under Class E of the General Permitted Development Order (as amended).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2015-02-19
View full details - - Butterton Nurseries Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Fell existing self set Ash Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2014-07-28
View full details - - Butterton Nurseries Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Application for approval of the revised details of the conservatory for Dwelling 1 as required by condition 4 of planning permission 10/00621/FUL - Two detached bungalows with attached office accommod
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2014-03-10
View full details - - Butterton Nurseries Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Application for approval of the details of the types, colours and textures of the materials to be used on the external surfaces of the buildings hereby approved, including the materials and method of
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2014-01-10
View full details - - 2 Nursery Gardens Park Road Butterton Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 4GB
Erection of a rear conservatory
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2013-12-16
View full details - - Butterton Nurseries Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2013-02-01
View full details - - Park Lodge Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
50% Reduction in Height - Row of Leyland Cypress
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2012-07-03
View full details - - Park Lodge Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Bird Cherry felled to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2012-06-28
View full details - - Butterton Nurseries Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Application for approval of details of the types, colours and textures of the materials to be used on the external surfaces of the buildings. as required by condition 03 of planning permission referen
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2012-01-16
View full details - - Butterton Nurseries Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Application for approval of details of the landscaping of the embankment/plateau to be created as required by condition 04 of planning permission reference 11/00606/FUL for Installation of 96 ground m
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2012-01-16
View full details - - Butterton Nurseries Park Road Butterton Staffordshire ST5 4DZ
Application for approval of details of any ancillary equipment located externally within the application site as required by condition 03 of planning permission reference 11/00606/FUL for Installation
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Newcastle under Lyme | Date: 2012-01-16
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A brief summary of Butterton (ST5) in Staffordshire
Butterton is a quaint village located in the Staffordshire Moorlands, England, near the scenic Peak District. Overlooking the picturesque Manifold Valley and Ecton Hill, which stands at 1,212 feet, Butterton is approximately 5 miles east of Leek and 8 miles from the popular Alton Towers theme park. Characterized by its local sandstone architecture, the village features a Grade II listed church and a unique ford where Hoo Brook flows along the main street, making it an interesting area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 207 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Staffordshire Moorlands district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Butterton (ST5) a particularly low-crime area.
Butterton (ST5) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hanchurch, Butterton. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Butterton (ST5) includes 6 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 Butterton (ST5)
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Butterton (ST5). Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 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 Butterton (ST5).
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Butterton (ST5) were outline applications (4), full planning applications (2), tree works (1).
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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