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Planning in Chesterton

Approved
91%
42 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chesterton in the last 24 months, from Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council's planning register.

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About Chesterton

Chesterton is a historic former mining village located on the outskirts of Newcastle-under-Lyme in Staffordshire, England. This area offers a blend of rich industrial heritage and residential development, making it a focal point for various planning applications and community projects in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,421. It sits within the Newcastle-under-Lyme district.

The area around Chesterton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chesterton 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 Chesterton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Chesterton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (6), outline applications (2). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chesterton?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Chesterton. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chesterton?
The average planning decision time near Chesterton is 49 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 Chesterton?
The planning approval rate near Chesterton is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chesterton?
The most common type of planning application near Chesterton is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chesterton?
You can search and track planning applications near Chesterton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.