How long do planning decisions take near Coppenhall?

The average planning decision time near Coppenhall is 118 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 Coppenhall?

The planning approval rate near Coppenhall is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coppenhall?

The most common type of planning application near Coppenhall is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coppenhall?

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Coppenhall, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coppenhall, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Coppenhall are administered by South Staffordshire District Council. View the full South Staffordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Coppenhall

Coppenhall is a quaint settlement situated in Staffordshire, England, approximately 2 kilometres southwest of Stafford and 4 miles northwest of Penkridge. Spanning around 900 acres, the parish features varied terrain, rising from 275 feet in the east to over 475 feet in the west, with Pothooks Brook marking its eastern boundary. The area is overseen by Baron Stafford as the lord of the manor, making it an interesting location for those exploring planning applications within the region.

Population: 284 (2021)

District: South Staffordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stafford
Parliamentary constituency: Stafford
LSOA: Stafford 012E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Coppenhall.

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 Coppenhall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Coppenhall.

- 1 Oak Tree Gardens Coppenhall STAFFORD ST18 9NX
TPO No. 51/1982: Yew (T1 to T5)- crown lift up to 4 metres above ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 1 Oak Tree Gardens Coppenhall STAFFORD ST18 9NX
TPO No. 51/1982: Cedar - Lateral crown reduction by 30% Cedar - Lateral crown reduction by 30% Yew - Lateral crown reduction by 30% Thorn (dead) - dismantle and remove
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2025-11-01
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- Conisbrough House The Lane Coppenhall STAFFORD ST18 9BS
Proposed remodel of existing dwelling including single storey rear extension with balcony above, removal of two existing front dormers, proposed first floor front extension and various external change
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2023-12-20
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- Tanglemere Hyde Bank Coppenhall Stafford South Staffordshire ST18 9DA
Proposed new triple garage and demolition of existing garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2019-02-23
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- Land At Hyde Bank Coppenhall South Staffordshire
Reinstatement of a former field access
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2010-10-22
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A brief summary of Coppenhall in Staffordshire

Property prices in Coppenhall show an average sale price of £289,019, 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 Coppenhall a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Coppenhall

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Coppenhall. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 118 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 Coppenhall.

With an average of 118 days, decisions near Coppenhall take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Coppenhall were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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