How long do planning decisions take near Freehay?

The average planning decision time near Freehay is 47 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 Freehay?

The planning approval rate near Freehay is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Freehay?

The most common type of planning application near Freehay is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Freehay?

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Freehay, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Freehay, Staffordshire.

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About Freehay

Freehay is a village situated within the civil parish of Cheadle in the Staffordshire Moorlands district of Staffordshire, England. It is located southeast of the town of Cheadle, making it a relevant area for those interested in local planning applications and developments.

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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 Freehay.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Freehay based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Freehay.

- Freehay and Mobberley Quarries, School Lane, Freehay, Nr. Cheadle
Application to vary (not comply with) condition 3 of planning permission ref. SM.EA/5 to extend the life of mineral operations at the Site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Staffordshire | Date: 2025-12-10
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- Freehay and Mobberley Quarries, School Lane, Freehay, Nr. Cheadle
Application to vary (not comply with) condition 3 of planning permission ref. IDO/SM/5 to extend the life of mineral operations at the Site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Staffordshire | Date: 2025-12-10
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- Freehay and Mobberley Quarries, School Lane, Freehay, Nr. Cheadle
Application to vary (not comply with) condition 4 of planning permission ref. SM.89/232 to extend the life of mineral operations at the Site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Staffordshire | Date: 2025-12-10
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- Brow Nook Farm , School Lane , Freehay , Cheadle , Staffordshire , ST10 1TS
Discharge of conditions 3 4 10 and 11 relating to SMD/2022/0322
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2023-04-27
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- LAND AT RAKEWAY FARM , Rakeway Road , Cheadle , Staffordshire ,
Erection of 5no. dwellings and formation of vehicular access
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Freehay in Staffordshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Freehay includes 3 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 Freehay

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Freehay. Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 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 Freehay.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Freehay were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), amendments (2).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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