How long do planning decisions take near Fulford?

The average planning decision time near Fulford is 92 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 Fulford?

The planning approval rate near Fulford is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fulford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Fulford?

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Fulford, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fulford, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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

About Fulford

Fulford is a village and civil parish located approximately 5 miles northeast of Stone, Staffordshire, encompassing several settlements including Crossgate and Meir Heath. With a 2011 population of 650 in the built-up area and 5,931 in the parish, it ranks as one of the largest parishes in the Stafford district. Notably, Fulford, which became a conservation area in 1978, is situated at the highest elevation in the district, ranging from 650 to 730 feet above sea level, and is bordered by several other parishes including Forsbrook and Hilderstone.

Population: 5,976 (2021)

District: Stafford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £296,378 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stafford
Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
LSOA: Stafford 004E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fulford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Fulford.

- Plot 1 Long Lane Head Farm Long Lane Head Farm Long Lane Stoke-On-Trent Staffordshire
Prior Approval - Conversion of existing barn to three dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Plot 1 Long Lane Head Farm Long Lane Head Farm Long Lane Stoke-On-Trent Staffordshire
Proposed conversion of existing agricultural building to a residential dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Stafford | Date: 2025-02-17
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- Little Acre Fulford Road Fulford Stoke-On-Trent Staffordshire ST11 9QT
Lawful Development Certificate - Proposed Internal alterations to existing integral garage including external flat window and door set to replace and match existing garage doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-02-05
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A brief summary of Fulford in Staffordshire

Property prices in Fulford show an average sale price of £296,378, 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 Fulford a particularly low-crime area.

Fulford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fulford. 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.

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Planning Activity in Fulford

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Fulford. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 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 Fulford.

With an average of 92 days, decisions near Fulford take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Fulford were full planning applications (2), other applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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