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Planning in Moss Pit

Approved
75%
30 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Moss Pit in the last 24 months, from Stafford Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Moss Pit

Postcode districts

ST17 155 applications in the last 12 monthsST18 150 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stafford Borough Council

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About Moss Pit

Moss Pit, located in Staffordshire, has historical significance tied to the Moss family, who were prominent builders, railway contractors, and coal merchants from 1855 to 1884. William Moss and his son Samuel were instrumental in constructing railway lines across the Midlands, including the Queensville curve in Stafford. The area later saw involvement from William's grandson, Percy George Shaw Moss, who served as an alderman of the Borough of Stafford during the early 20th century, contributing to the region's development. This rich history may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

Property prices in Moss Pit show an average sale price of £289,019, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Moss Pit 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 Moss Pit a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Moss Pit 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 Moss Pit, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Moss Pit. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), tree works (15), outline applications (9). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Moss Pit?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Moss Pit. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Moss Pit?
The average planning decision time near Moss Pit is 86 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 Moss Pit?
The planning approval rate near Moss Pit is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Moss Pit?
The most common type of planning application near Moss Pit is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Moss Pit?
You can search and track planning applications near Moss Pit on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.