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Planning in Harriseahead

Approved
88%
15 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Harriseahead in the last 24 months, from Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Harriseahead

Postcode districts

ST7 196 applications in the last 12 monthsST8 64 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council

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About Harriseahead

Harriseahead is a village located within the civil parish of Kidsgrove, part of the Borough of Newcastle-under-Lyme in Staffordshire, England. Situated near the county boundary of Cheshire and Staffordshire, this area may offer unique planning opportunities and considerations due to its proximity to multiple jurisdictions.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harriseahead 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 Harriseahead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harriseahead 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 Harriseahead, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Harriseahead. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harriseahead?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Harriseahead. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harriseahead?
The average planning decision time near Harriseahead is 51 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 Harriseahead?
The planning approval rate near Harriseahead is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harriseahead?
The most common type of planning application near Harriseahead is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harriseahead?
You can search and track planning applications near Harriseahead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.