How long do planning decisions take near Gillow Heath?

The average planning decision time near Gillow Heath is 59 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 Gillow Heath?

The planning approval rate near Gillow Heath is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gillow Heath?

The most common type of planning application near Gillow Heath is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gillow Heath?

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Gillow Heath, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gillow Heath, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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

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Area Information

Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gillow Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gillow Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Gillow Heath.

- 4 Balval , Oxhey Drive , Biddulph , Staffordshire , ST8 7EX
Proposed single storey rear extension and alterations to create kitchen, dining and sitting room extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 15 , Devon Grove , Biddulph , Staffordshire , ST8 6DF
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed - single storey rear extension forming bedroom and garden room to extend beyond the rear wall by 3.95m, have a maximum height of 2
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 26 , Portland Drive , Biddulph , Staffordshire , ST8 6RY
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed single storey rear extension forming porch and garden room to extend beyond the rear wall by 3.83m, have maximum height of 3.42m a
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-02-24
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- 23 , Halls Road , Biddulph , Staffordshire , ST8 6DD
Demoition of original single storey structure and construction of new single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 3 , Nursery Drive , Biddulph , Staffordshire , ST8 6RE
Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-10-28
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- 1 , Grange Court , Biddulph , Staffordshire , ST8 6RX
Proposed garage conversion, extension and alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-01-22
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- 1 , Halls Road , Biddulph , Staffordshire , ST8 6DD
Proposed side & rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2024-12-27
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A brief summary of Gillow Heath in Staffordshire

Gillow Heath is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

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

Gillow Heath has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Biddulph Grange, No data available for publication by HE. 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 Gillow Heath includes 5 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 Gillow Heath

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Gillow Heath. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Gillow Heath.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Gillow Heath slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Gillow Heath were full planning applications (15), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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