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Planning in Lower Ellastone

Approved
75%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lower Ellastone in the last 24 months, from East Staffordshire Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Lower Ellastone

Postcode districts

DE6 411 applications in the last 12 monthsST14 188 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Staffordshire Borough Council

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About Lower Ellastone

Lower Ellastone is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

Property prices in Lower Ellastone show an average sale price of £408,062, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Ellastone 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 Lower Ellastone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lower Ellastone has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Ellastone 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 Lower Ellastone, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Lower Ellastone. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Ellastone?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Lower Ellastone. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Ellastone?
The average planning decision time near Lower Ellastone is 85 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 Lower Ellastone?
The planning approval rate near Lower Ellastone is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Ellastone?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Ellastone is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Ellastone?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Ellastone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.