How long do planning decisions take near Lower Leigh?

The average planning decision time near Lower Leigh is 107 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 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?

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Lower Leigh, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Leigh, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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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.

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Leigh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Leigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Lower Leigh.

643461 - WOODPECKER BARN MANOR FARM MANOR LANE UPPER LEIGH ST10 4SN
Erection of outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2026-02-16
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640590 - Moor Court House Leigh Lane Upper Leigh Staffordshire ST10 4NU
Conversion of existing holiday lets to form 4 dwellings (Class C3) with associated window & door alterations to the South East elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2024-01-05
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640597 - Moor Court House Leigh Lane Upper Leigh Staffordshire ST10 4NU
Listed Building application for the internal and external alterations consisting of new stud walls, blocking up internal openings and window/door alterations to the South East elevation to facilitate
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Lower Leigh in Staffordshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Leigh includes 2 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 Lower Leigh

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Lower Leigh. The average decision time was 107 days.

With an average of 107 days, decisions near Lower Leigh take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Lower Leigh were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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