How long do planning decisions take near Marsh Green?

The average planning decision time near Marsh Green is 58 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 Marsh Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Marsh Green?

The most common type of planning application near Marsh Green is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Marsh Green?

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Marsh Green, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Marsh Green, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Marsh Green are administered by Staffordshire Moorlands District Council. View the full Staffordshire Moorlands District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £185,550 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Marsh Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Marsh Green.

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 Marsh Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Marsh Green in Staffordshire

Marsh Green is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

Property prices in Marsh Green show an average sale price of £185,550, 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 Marsh Green a particularly low-crime area.

Marsh Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Biddulph Grange, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Marsh Green includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marsh Green 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.

Planning Activity in Marsh Green

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Marsh Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

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

At 58 days on average, decisions near Marsh Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Marsh Green were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 78% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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