What is the planning approval rate near Farley?

The planning approval rate near Farley is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Farley?

The most common type of planning application near Farley is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Farley?

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Farley, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Farley, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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

About Farley

Farley is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in the Staffordshire Moorlands district of Staffordshire, England, in close proximity to the villages of Alton and Oakamoor. As of 2021, the parish has a small population of 139 residents, making it an intimate community ideal for those exploring local planning applications and developments in a serene rural setting.

Population: 139 (2021)

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

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Area Information

Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Farley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Farley in Staffordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Farley a particularly low-crime area.

Farley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Alton and Farley, Oakamoor. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Farley includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dimmings Dale & The Ranger SSSI, Bath Pasture SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Farley

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Farley. Of these, 0% were approved.

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 Farley.

The most common application types near Farley were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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