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Planning in Elford

Only 7 decisions near Elford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Elford

Elford is a charming village and civil parish located in the Lichfield District of Staffordshire, England. Situated on the east bank of the River Tame, it lies approximately 5 miles east of Lichfield and 5 miles north of Tamworth, making it a potentially attractive area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 610 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Lichfield district.

Property prices in Elford show an average sale price of £301,986, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elford 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 Elford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elford 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Elford, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Elford.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), other applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elford?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Elford.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elford?
The most common type of planning application near Elford is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elford?
You can search and track planning applications near Elford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.