How long do planning decisions take near Little Bridgeford?

The average planning decision time near Little Bridgeford is 139 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 Little Bridgeford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Bridgeford?

The most common type of planning application near Little Bridgeford is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Bridgeford?

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Little Bridgeford, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Bridgeford, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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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: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
LSOA: Stafford 008E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Bridgeford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Little Bridgeford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Little Bridgeford.

- Worston Hall Worston Lane Stafford Staffordshire ST18 9QA
Proposed extension of the residential curtilage of Worston Hall, demolition of barn, erection of annex and garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-11-20
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A brief summary of Little Bridgeford in Staffordshire

Little Bridgeford is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

Property prices in Little Bridgeford 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 Little Bridgeford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Little Bridgeford includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Little Bridgeford

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Little Bridgeford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 139 days.

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

With an average of 139 days, decisions near Little Bridgeford 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 Little Bridgeford were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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