How long do planning decisions take near Gailey?

The average planning decision time near Gailey is 43 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 Gailey?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gailey?

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

How can I track planning applications near Gailey?

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Gailey, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gailey, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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About Gailey

Gailey is a quaint village located in Staffordshire, England, situated at the intersection of the A5 and A449 roads. It lies on the borders of the parishes of Brewood and Coven, as well as Penkridge, making it a notable point for planning applications within South Staffordshire.

District: South Staffordshire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £301,029 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Staffordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
LSOA: South Staffordshire 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gailey.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gailey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Gailey.

- Borger UK Limited East Wing The Old School Watling Street Gailey STAFFORD ST19 5PR
Change of use of existing office unit (Use Class E) to a Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) School (Use Class F1) alongside external alterations comprising the installation of a fence.
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2026-01-28
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A brief summary of Gailey in Staffordshire

Property prices in Gailey show an average sale price of £301,029, 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 Gailey a particularly low-crime area.

Gailey has one conservation area within its boundaries: Staffordshire and Worcester Canal. 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 Gailey

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Gailey. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gailey were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

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