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Butterton (ST5), Staffordshire Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Butterton (ST5), Staffordshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Staffordshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Butterton - Planning Applications & Local Development

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 other has a population of approximately 207 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Staffordshire Moorlands district.

Property prices in Butterton show an average sale price of £215,887, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Butterton 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.

The Butterton area recorded 21 crimes in the most recent reporting period (June 2026). As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

The area around Butterton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Butterton 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 Butterton, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.