Haughton, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Haughton, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Haughton are administered by East Staffordshire Borough Council. View the full East Staffordshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Haughton
Haughton is a picturesque village located in Staffordshire, England, approximately 4 miles west of Stafford. Situated along the A518 road connecting Stafford and Gnosall, Haughton combines a rich historical significance—its name reflecting the Mercian term for 'nook' and the Old English for 'settlement'—with a strategic location that may be relevant for planning applications in the region.
Population: 1,071 (2021)
District: Stafford
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £289,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Stafford
- Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
- LSOA: Stafford 008E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Haughton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Haughton.
- 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 Haughton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Haughton.
- - Mabesgate Back Lane Haughton Stafford Staffordshire ST18 9HX
Two storey rear extension, cosmetic alterations to front elevation, alterations to the roof and creation of a second floor in the roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Land At Meadow Drive Haughton Stafford Staffordshire
Electricity distribution substation
Status: Undecided | Council: Stafford | Date: 2025-09-26
View full details - - Samaru Newport Road Haughton Stafford Staffordshire ST18 9EX
Erection of a two-storey side extension with gable roofs continuing existing plain, erection of single storey rear solar shading structure, new lean to roof above single storey garage and front door t
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-02-23
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A brief summary of Haughton in Staffordshire
Haughton is a picturesque village located in Staffordshire, England, approximately 4 miles west of Stafford. Situated along the A518 road connecting Stafford and Gnosall, Haughton combines a rich historical significance—its name reflecting the Mercian term for 'nook' and the Old English for 'settlement'—with a strategic location that may be relevant for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,071 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stafford district.
Property prices in Haughton show an average sale price of £289,019, 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 Haughton a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Haughton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Allimore Green Common SSSI. 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 Haughton
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Haughton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Haughton.
With an average of 100 days, decisions near Haughton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Haughton were full planning applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.