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Planning in Eccleshall

Approved
100%
13 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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About Eccleshall

Eccleshall is a charming town and civil parish situated in Staffordshire, England, approximately seven miles northwest of Stafford and six miles west-southwest of Stone. Known for its community spirit, Eccleshall is also twinned with the French town of Sancerre, making it a culturally rich area that may influence local planning applications and development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,182 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stafford district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Eccleshall 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 (May 2026). This makes Eccleshall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Eccleshall has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eccleshall 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.eccleshallparishcouncil.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Eccleshall, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Eccleshall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (8), outline applications (6). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eccleshall?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Eccleshall. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eccleshall?
The average planning decision time near Eccleshall is 96 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 Eccleshall?
The planning approval rate near Eccleshall is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eccleshall?
The most common type of planning application near Eccleshall is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eccleshall?
You can search and track planning applications near Eccleshall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.