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Planning in Gorstey Ley

Approved
84%
49 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Gorstey Ley in the last 24 months, from Lichfield District Council's planning register.

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About Gorstey Ley

Gorstey Ley is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

Property prices in Gorstey Ley show an average sale price of £272,900, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gorstey Ley 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 Gorstey Ley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gorstey Ley has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gorstey Ley 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Gorstey Ley, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Gorstey Ley. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), outline applications (17), listed building and heritage (2). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Gorstey Ley?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Gorstey Ley. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gorstey Ley?
The average planning decision time near Gorstey Ley is 57 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 Gorstey Ley?
The planning approval rate near Gorstey Ley is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gorstey Ley?
The most common type of planning application near Gorstey Ley is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gorstey Ley?
You can search and track planning applications near Gorstey Ley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.