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Planning in Gillow Heath

Approved
84%
31 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Gillow Heath in the last 24 months, from Staffordshire Moorlands District Council's planning register.

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About Gillow Heath

Gillow Heath is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gillow Heath area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Gillow Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gillow Heath has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gillow Heath planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Gillow Heath, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Gillow Heath. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (33), outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gillow Heath?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Gillow Heath. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gillow Heath?
The average planning decision time near Gillow Heath is 79 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 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gillow Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Gillow Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.