How long do planning decisions take near Denstone?

The average planning decision time near Denstone is 160 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 Denstone?

The planning approval rate near Denstone is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Denstone?

The most common type of planning application near Denstone is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Denstone?

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Denstone, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Denstone, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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About Denstone

Denstone is a village and civil parish nestled between Uttoxeter in East Staffordshire and Ashbourne in Derbyshire, adjacent to the River Churnet. The village boasts essential amenities, including a church, village hall, primary school, and a pub, making it a vibrant community hub. For transportation, residents have access to the nearest railway station in Uttoxeter on the Crewe to Derby line, with East Midlands Airport being the closest airport.

Population: 1,153 (2021)

District: East Staffordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £319,637 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Staffordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Burton and Uttoxeter
LSOA: East Staffordshire 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Denstone.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Denstone based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Denstone.

643084 - LAND SOUTH OF COLLEGE ROAD DENSTONE
Permission in Principle application for the erection of up to nine self-build dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2025-10-23
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- Ford Croft House Oak Road Denstone Staffordshire ST14 5HT
Discharge of Condition Numbers 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 18 of planning permission P/2020/01335 relating to demolition of existing barn and erection of two no. detached dwellings and associated detache
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2024-06-24
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A brief summary of Denstone in Staffordshire

Property prices in Denstone show an average sale price of £319,637, 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 Denstone a particularly low-crime area.

Denstone has one conservation area within its boundaries: Rocester. 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 Denstone includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Denstone

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Denstone. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 160 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 Denstone.

With an average of 160 days, decisions near Denstone take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Denstone were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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