Search Leek planning applications

14 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Leek · updated daily · Staffordshire Moorlands District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 14 · received or decided in the last 90 days

36B, Derby Street, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 5ABAwaiting decisionApplication for Consent to Display an Advertisement - Replacement shop signAdvertisement ConsentReceived 4 Nov 2026SMD/2026/0515
St Edwards Church, Church Street, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 6ABAwaiting decisionForm accessible access into south porch main entrance, comprising creating ramped access and 2no. additional stepsFull - MINORReceived 3 Nov 2026SMD/2026/0511
39, St Edward Street, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 5DNAwaiting decisionDischarge of conditions 3, 4, 5 and 6 relating to SMD/2025/0444Received 26 Oct 2026DOC/2026/0103
39, St Edward Street, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 5DNAwaiting decisionDischarge of conditions 3, 5 and 7 relating to SMD/2025/0443Received 26 Oct 2026DOC/2026/0104
1, West Street, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8AFAwaiting decisionCertificate of Lawfulness of Existing Use or Development (CLEUD) for the implementation of planning permission reference SMD/2019/0105 The application seeks confirmation that planning permission SMD/2019/0105 was lawfully implemented through the commencement of development, consisting of the partial demolition of the existing front two-storey building, undertaken in accordance with the approved planning permission prior to its expiryCertificate of Lawfulness - ProposedReceived 12 Oct 2026SMD/2026/0469

Planning in Leek

Approved: 72%; 71 of 76 decided
Decision time: about 15 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leek in the last 24 months, from Staffordshire Moorlands District Council's planning register.

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Around Leek

Postcode districts

ST13 189 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Staffordshire Moorlands District Council

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About Leek

Leek is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in the Staffordshire Moorlands district of Staffordshire, England. Situated on the banks of the River Churnet, it is approximately 10 miles (16 km) northeast of Stoke-on-Trent and had a population of 19,385 as of 2021. This charming town presents various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rich community and scenic surroundings. The town has a population of approximately 20,606 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Staffordshire Moorlands district.

Property prices in Leek show an average sale price of £238,344, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Leek 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 Leek a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Leek has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leek 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 Leek, 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, 148 planning applications were submitted near Leek. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 105 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (60), listed building and heritage (24), discharge of conditions (22). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leek?

In the last 24 months, 148 planning applications were submitted near Leek. The approval rate is 72%.

How long do planning decisions take near Leek?

The average planning decision time near Leek is 105 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 Leek?

The planning approval rate near Leek is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Leek?

The most common type of planning application near Leek is full planning applications, with 60 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Leek?

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