Cannock Wood, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cannock Wood, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Cannock Wood are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Cannock Wood
Cannock Wood is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Cannock Chase district of Staffordshire, England. Positioned approximately 4 miles east of Cannock and south of Rugeley, and 2 miles north of Burntwood, the village had a population of 1,031 as of the 2011 Census, reflecting a slight decline from 1,052 in 2001. This charming area may offer unique opportunities for planning applications, given its community-focused environment and proximity to larger towns.
Population: 980 (2021)
District: Cannock Chase
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £247,364 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cannock Chase
- Parliamentary constituency: Cannock Chase
- LSOA: Cannock Chase 002D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cannock Wood.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cannock Wood.
- 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 Cannock Wood based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Cannock Wood.
- CH/26/198 - 9, Bradwell Lane, Cannock Wood, Cannock, WS15 4RW
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-07-08 - - Newlands, Chestall Road, Cannock Wood, Cannock, WS15 4RB
Permission in Principle for erection of new dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - CH/26/140 - Cairn Doon, Buds Road, Cannock Wood, Rugeley, Staffordshire WS15 4NB
Proposed porch to front
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-05-29 - CH/26/171 - Oaklands, Buds Road, Cannock Wood, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS15 4NB
Variation of condition no. 3 (Approved Plans) of planning permission CH/25/0157
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-05-28 - - 15, Slang Lane, Cannock Wood, Rugeley, WS15 4RZ
Two storey rear extension, single storey front extension, and single storey side extension to create attached garage
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 7, Holly Hill Road, Cannock Wood, Cannock, WS15 4RE
To install a single sliding field gate, to fit existing entrance to driveway
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 28, Hayfield Hill, Cannock Wood, Staffordshire, Cannock, WS15 4RR
Demolition of existing double garage and erection of two storey side extension, replacement porch, and orangery to rear to replace existing single storey extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - 34, Park Gate Road, Cannock Wood, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS15 4RN
Variation of condition 3 of application CH/23/0139 for change to approved plans
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2025-09-03
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A brief summary of Cannock Wood in Staffordshire
Cannock Wood is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Cannock Chase district of Staffordshire, England. Positioned approximately 4 miles east of Cannock and south of Rugeley, and 2 miles north of Burntwood, the village had a population of 1,031 as of the 2011 Census, reflecting a slight decline from 1,052 in 2001. This charming area may offer unique opportunities for planning applications, given its community-focused environment and proximity to larger towns. The settlement has a population of approximately 980 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cannock Chase district.
Property prices in Cannock Wood show an average sale price of £247,364, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cannock Wood a particularly low-crime area.
Cannock Wood has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Cannock Wood includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Gentleshaw Common SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cannock Chase. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cannock Wood 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.
Planning Activity in Cannock Wood
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Cannock Wood. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Cannock Wood.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Cannock Wood slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Cannock Wood were full planning applications (8), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 62% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.