How long do planning decisions take near Forton?

The average planning decision time near Forton is 183 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 Forton?

The planning approval rate near Forton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Forton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Forton?

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Forton, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Forton, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Forton are administered by East Staffordshire Borough Council. View the full East Staffordshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Forton

Forton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Staffordshire, England, just east of Newport, Shropshire. As of the 2011 census, the population stands at 308, making it a small but distinct community, which may influence local planning applications and developments in the area.

Population: 300 (2021)

District: Stafford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £209,417 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Telford and Wrekin
Parliamentary constituency: The Wrekin
LSOA: Telford and Wrekin 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Forton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Forton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Forton.

- Forton Hall Meretown Lane Forton Newport Staffordshire TF10 8BY
Remove Magnolia tree as dead
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-06-25
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- Forton Hall Meretown Lane Forton Newport Staffordshire TF10 8BY
Forton and Meretown Conservation Area: Unidentified Species - Remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-05-01
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- The School House 3 Meretown Lane Forton Newport Staffordshire TF10 8BY
Forton and Meretown Conservation Area: Ilex Aquifolium, Thuja Plicata & Hedera Helix - Removal
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Forton Hall Meretown Lane Forton Newport Staffordshire TF10 8BY
Forton and Meretown Conservation Area: T1 Oak - Removal of small diameter low branches back to the stem; reduction of higher branches by up to 2 metres. T2 Leylandii - Dismantle to ground level. T3 -
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Forton in Staffordshire

Property prices in Forton show an average sale price of £209,417, 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 Forton a particularly low-crime area.

Forton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Forton and Meretown. 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 Forton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Aqualate Mere SSSI, Newport Canal SSSI; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Midland Meres & Mosses Phase 2. 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 Forton

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Forton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 183 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Forton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 183 days, decisions near Forton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Forton were tree works (3), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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