How long do planning decisions take near Heath Hayes?

The average planning decision time near Heath Hayes is 67 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 Heath Hayes?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Heath Hayes?

The most common type of planning application near Heath Hayes is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Heath Hayes?

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Heath Hayes, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Heath Hayes, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Heath Hayes are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Heath Hayes

Heath Hayes and Wimblebury, located in the Cannock Chase District of Staffordshire, is a civil parish formed from the merging of two former villages due to recent housing developments. Recognized as one of the more affluent areas in the borough, it boasts excellent transport links, including proximity to Cannock and Hednesford train stations, as well as the M6, M6 Toll, and A5 roads, making it a popular choice for commuters. The area also features several good schools and the McArthur Glen designer outlet, while being adjacent to the scenic Cannock Chase Natural Landscape.

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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: Cannock Chase
Parliamentary constituency: Cannock Chase
LSOA: Cannock Chase 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Heath Hayes.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Heath Hayes based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Heath Hayes.

CH/26/127 - Land at Centenery Close, Cannock, WS12 2AA
Residential development of 2 x 2 bed semi detached bungalows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-05-12
- 10, Highfield Road, Cannock, WS12 2DX
Residential garden annex
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 56, Lyndhurst Road, Heath Hayes, Cannock, WS12 3HD
Erection of a single-storey detached outbuilding within the rear garden of the dwellinghouse for use as a dog grooming salon (Use Class Sui Generis), resulting in a mixed residential and commercial us
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 59 Wimblebury Road, Heath Hayes, Cannock, Staffordshire WS12 2EE
Demolition of existing dwellings and erection of 2x semi detached and 1x detached 3x bed dwellings
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2025-05-21
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- 34, Chapel Street, Heath Hayes, Cannock, WS12 3HE
Outline planning application with some matters reserved for the erection of 3no semi-detached bungalows and replacement of 1no detached house
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2024-10-31
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- 236 Hednesford Road, Heath Hayes, Cannock, Staffordshire WS12 3DZ
Erection of a rear and first floor extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cannock Chase | Date: 2024-03-11
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A brief summary of Heath Hayes in Staffordshire

Property prices in Heath Hayes 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 Heath Hayes a particularly low-crime area.

Heath Hayes 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 Heath Hayes includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chasewater and The Southern Staffordshire Coalfield Heaths 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 Heath Hayes

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Heath Hayes. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Heath Hayes slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Heath Hayes were full planning applications (7), outline applications (3), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 39% 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, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.

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