How long do planning decisions take near Kingsley?

The average planning decision time near Kingsley is 183 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 Kingsley?

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

How can I track planning applications near Kingsley?

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Kingsley, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kingsley, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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

About Kingsley

Kingsley is a quaint village located in the Staffordshire Moorlands, conveniently positioned along the A52 route connecting Stoke on Trent to Ashbourne. As of the 2011 census, the population of the civil parish stood at 2,204, making it a small but vibrant community, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 2,293 (2021)

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

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Area Information

Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 011D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kingsley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kingsley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Kingsley.

- Longcroft Farm , FROGHALL ROAD , CHEADLE , STAFFORDSHIRE , ST10 2DL
Interior and exterior alteration and proposed front porch
Status: Undecided | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-05-22
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- Longcroft Farm , FROGHALL ROAD , CHEADLE , STAFFORDSHIRE , ST10 2DL
Listed Building Consent for interior and exterior alteration and proposed front porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-05-20
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A brief summary of Kingsley in Staffordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kingsley a particularly low-crime area.

Kingsley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Caldon Canal. 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 Kingsley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Churnet Valley SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Kingsley

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Kingsley. The average decision time was 183 days.

With an average of 183 days, decisions near Kingsley take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Kingsley were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 17% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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