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Planning in Lower Leigh

Approved
90%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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About Lower Leigh

Lower Leigh is a civil parish located in the borough of East Staffordshire, England. It encompasses the village of Church Leigh and several settlements, including Withington, Upper Leigh, Morrilow Heath, Middleton Green, Dodsley, Godstone, Nobut, and Field. This diverse area presents various opportunities and considerations for planning applications, making it a significant point of interest for developers and local authorities alike.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lower Leigh a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lower Leigh has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Leigh 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Lower Leigh, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Lower Leigh. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Leigh?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Lower Leigh. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Leigh?
The average planning decision time near Lower Leigh is 97 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 Leigh?
The planning approval rate near Lower Leigh is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Leigh?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Leigh is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Leigh?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Leigh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.