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33 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Highfields · updated daily · Stafford Borough Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 33 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Planning in Highfields

Approved
85%
39 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Highfields in the last 24 months, from Stafford Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Stafford Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Highfields

Postcode districts

ST17 157 applications in the last 12 monthsST16 112 applications in the last 12 monthsST18 151 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stafford Borough Council

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About Highfields

Highfields is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

Property prices in Highfields show an average sale price of £289,019, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Highfields 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 Highfields a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highfields 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Highfields, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Highfields. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were tree works (22), full planning applications (20), outline applications (10).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Highfields?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Highfields. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Highfields?
The average planning decision time near Highfields is 86 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 Highfields?
The planning approval rate near Highfields is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Highfields?
The most common type of planning application near Highfields is tree works applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Highfields?
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