How long do planning decisions take near Holmcroft?

The average planning decision time near Holmcroft is 143 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 Holmcroft?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Holmcroft?

The most common type of planning application near Holmcroft is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holmcroft?

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Holmcroft, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holmcroft, Staffordshire.

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About Holmcroft

Holmcroft is a residential area located approximately 1.5 miles north of Stafford town centre in Staffordshire, England. It is part of a triangular district formed by Eccleshall Road, Stone Road, and Crab Lane, which converges at Foregate Street. Holmcroft, along with Tillington and Trinity Fields, is designated as a Ward of Stafford Borough Council and is also included in the parish of Creswell, making it a key area for planning applications and local developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £301,029 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stafford
Parliamentary constituency: Stafford
LSOA: Stafford 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holmcroft.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Holmcroft based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Holmcroft.

- 13 Manor Grove Stafford Staffordshire ST16 1QL
TPO 91 1981: Poplar & 3 x Pine - Removal
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 17 Manor Grove Stafford Staffordshire ST16 1QL
TPO 91 1981: 11 x Poplar - Reduce height to 27ft
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-02-23
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- 8 Heath Drive Trinity Fields Stafford Staffordshire ST16 1RB
Installation of 1No air source heat pump to the front
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-10-02
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- 383 Eccleshall Road Stafford Staffordshire ST16 1PF
TPO 89 1981: Lime (T1) - reduce back around 3m to old pollard points to reduce impact on property and as good aboricultural practice after previous cuts.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-06-21
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- 10A Wootton Drive Tillington Stafford Staffordshire ST16 1PU
TPO 91 1981: 2 Scots Pine & 2 Spruce Tree - Fell
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-02-23
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- 350 Eccleshall Road Stafford Staffordshire ST16 1JN
Single storey rear extension and internal alterations
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-02-23
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A brief summary of Holmcroft in Staffordshire

Property prices in Holmcroft show an average sale price of £301,029, 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 Holmcroft a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Holmcroft includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Doxey and Tillington Marshes 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 Holmcroft

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Holmcroft. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 143 days.

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

With an average of 143 days, decisions near Holmcroft take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Holmcroft were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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