How long do planning decisions take near Harlaston?

The average planning decision time near Harlaston is 26 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 Harlaston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Harlaston?

The most common type of planning application near Harlaston is other, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Harlaston?

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Harlaston, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Harlaston, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Harlaston are administered by Lichfield District Council. View the full Lichfield District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Harlaston

Harlaston is a charming village and civil parish located in Staffordshire, England, approximately 5 miles north of Tamworth along the picturesque River Mease. The village features an Early English church dedicated to St Matthew, alongside the local pub, the White Lion, making it a quaint spot for community engagement and potential development opportunities.

Population: 434 (2021)

District: Lichfield

Website: http://www.harlaston.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £258,603 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tamworth
Parliamentary constituency: Tamworth
LSOA: Tamworth 001E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Harlaston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Harlaston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Harlaston in Staffordshire

Property prices in Harlaston show an average sale price of £258,603, 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 Harlaston a particularly low-crime area.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Harlaston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Mease SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Mease. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harlaston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.harlaston.org.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Harlaston

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Harlaston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

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

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Harlaston were other applications (1).

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