How long do planning decisions take near Hatherton?

The average planning decision time near Hatherton is 214 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hatherton?

The most common type of planning application near Hatherton is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hatherton?

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Hatherton, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hatherton, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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

About Hatherton

Hatherton is a civil parish situated approximately 3.25 miles (5.2 km) southeast of Penkridge, on the western edge of Cannock, Staffordshire. Strategically located north of the A5, which follows the historic Watling Street, Hatherton offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 647 (2021)

District: South Staffordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £243,680 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Staffordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
LSOA: South Staffordshire 004F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hatherton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hatherton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Hatherton in Staffordshire

Property prices in Hatherton show an average sale price of £243,680, 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 Hatherton a particularly low-crime area.

Hatherton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Hatherton includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cannock Chase. 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 Hatherton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Hatherton. The average decision time was 214 days.

With an average of 214 days, decisions near Hatherton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 8-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hatherton were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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