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Planning in Colwich

Only 9 decisions near Colwich in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Colwich in the last 24 months, from Stafford Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Colwich

Postcode districts

ST18 150 applications in the last 12 monthsST17 155 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stafford Borough Council

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About Colwich

Colwich is a civil parish and village located in Staffordshire, England, approximately 3 miles northwest of Rugeley and 7 miles southeast of Stafford. Nestled along the north-east bank of the River Trent, near Wolseley Bridge, the parish encompasses around 2,862 hectares and includes the villages and hamlets of Colwich, Great Haywood, Little Haywood, Moreton, Bishton, and Wolseley Bridge. This area presents various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to its growth and development potential. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,698 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stafford district.

Colwich covers an area of approximately 28.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colwich 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.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Colwich a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Colwich has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colwich 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 Colwich, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Colwich.

The most common types were tree works (8), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Colwich?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Colwich.
What types of planning applications are most common near Colwich?
The most common type of planning application near Colwich is tree works applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Colwich?
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