How long do planning decisions take near Milton?

The average planning decision time near Milton is 37 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 Milton?

The most common type of planning application near Milton is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Milton?

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Milton, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Milton, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Milton are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Milton

Milton is a residential area within Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, located primarily between the A5009 and A53 roads. It is bordered by Light Oaks, Baddeley Green, Sneyd Green, and Abbey Hulton, making it a well-connected community for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 17,250

District: City of Stoke-on-Trent

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Area Information

Admin district: Stoke-on-Trent
Parliamentary constituency: Stoke-on-Trent North
LSOA: Stoke-on-Trent 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Milton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Milton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Milton.

- 14 Stanley Grove, Baddeley Green, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST2 7JA
Single storey side and rear extension, single storey front extensions to include elevation alterations and front canopy
Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 120 Millrise Road, Milton, Stoke-on-trent, St2 7dr ,
First floor side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-02-23
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- 41 Newmill Street, Milton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST2 7DQ
Single storey side extension and replacement roof to existing side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-09-16
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- 1874 Leek Road, Stoke-on-trent, St2 7ah ,
Change of use of first floor to residential (Prior Approval)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-04-25
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A brief summary of Milton in Staffordshire

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

Milton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Caldon Canal. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Milton 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 Milton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Milton. The average decision time was 37 days.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Milton were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 83% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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