Newtown (SK17), Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Newtown (SK17), Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Newtown (SK17) are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Newtown (SK17)
Newtown is situated within the civil parish of Essington in South Staffordshire, England. This area is part of a district known for its diverse planning opportunities, making it a relevant location for those researching development and infrastructure projects.
District: Essington
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £229,900 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Derbyshire Dales
- Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
- LSOA: Derbyshire Dales 008C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Newtown (SK17).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newtown (SK17).
- 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 Newtown (SK17) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
24 planning applications found near Newtown (SK17).
- - TREFORS BARN , Back Lane , Fawfieldhead , Staffordshire , SK17 0NG
Consultation request - Installation of 3no. glamping domes for overnight use, private shower and WC blocks, footpaths, expansion to existing parking & turning area, bicy-cle/recycling/refuse storage a
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-07-31
View full details - - LONGNOR WOOD HOLIDAY PARK NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Conversion of existing barn to create staff welfare facility
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2019-05-07
View full details - - Longnor Wood Holiday Park Newtown Longnor
Discharge of Conditions 3, 4 and 5 from application NP/SM/0717/0699
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Peak District | Date: 2017-10-25
View full details - - LONGNOR WOOD HOLIDAY PARK NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Discharge of Conditions 3, 4 and 5 from application NP/SM/0717/0699
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Peak District | Date: 2017-10-25
View full details - - BLEAK HOUSE NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Conversion of Barn to a Dwelling (Amended Design) incorporating removal of concrete garage and steel barn, and replacement with a double garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2015-10-20
View full details - - BLEAK HOUSE NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Discharge of conditions 20 and 21 on NP/SM/0514/0468
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Peak District | Date: 2015-06-17
View full details - - BLEAK HOUSE NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Renovation and change of use of the former shippon to form a detached dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2014-05-02
View full details - - BLEAK HOUSE NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Renovation and change of use of the original building at Bleak House to provide a detached dwelling. Associated small side extension as part of the works. Removal of the original steel garage and timb
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2013-08-28
View full details - - LANE HEAD FARM NEWTOWN LONGNOR
A Disabled access footpath, boardwalk with pond dipping platform and steps for access to rush pasture and young woodland
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2013-07-01
View full details - - Lane Head Farm, Lane Head Farm, Newtown Road, Longnor, Newtown, Staffordshire Moorlands, SK17 0NG
Proposed Replacement ancillary accommodation.
Status: Referred | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2009-05-22
View full details - - LANE HEAD FARM NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Proposed replacement ancillary accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2009-05-19
View full details - - Hill End Farm, Hill End Farm, Newtown Road, Longnor, Newtown, Staffordshire Moorlands, SK17 0NG
Erection of lambing shed and implement store
Status: Referred | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2009-03-06
View full details - - Hall Hill, Hall Hill, Millmoor Head, Longnor, Fawfield, Staffordshire Moorlands, SK17 0NG
Minor internal alterations to house to form hall and to increase size of dining room plus associated provision of new conservation rooflight in existing extension
Status: Referred | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2007-04-20
View full details - - HALL HILL NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Listed Building Consent - Minor internal alterations to house to form hall & to increase size of dining room, plus associated provision of new conservation rooflight in existing extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Peak District | Date: 2007-04-17
View full details - - Lane Head Farm, Lane Head Farm, Millmoor, Staffordshire Moorlands, Fawfieldhead, SK17 0NG
Proposed alterations to dwelling
Status: Referred | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2005-10-27
View full details - - LANE HEAD FARM NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Incorporation of attached outbuildings into existing dwelling and alterations thereto
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Peak District | Date: 2005-10-20
View full details - - Longnor Wood Caravan Park, Longnor Wood Caravan Park, Millmoor, Staffordshire Moorlands, Fawfieldhead, SK17 0NG
Phase 2 of master plan - change of use of tent camping paddocks to 14 tourning units
Status: Referred | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2005-07-13
View full details - - Longnor Wood Caravan Park, Longnor Wood Caravan Park, Longnor, Staffordshire Moorlands, SK17 0NG
Variation of conditions
Status: Referred | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2004-09-20
View full details - - Longnor Wood Caravan Park, Longnor Wood Caravan Park, Longnor, Staffordshire Moorlands, SK17 0NG
Managerial dwelling for park owner/manager
Status: Referred | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2004-09-20
View full details - - LONGNOR WOOD OVER 50S CARAVAN PARK NEWTOWN LONGNOR
Managerial dwelling for park owner/manager
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Peak District | Date: 2004-09-16
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A brief summary of Newtown (SK17) in Staffordshire
Newtown is situated within the civil parish of Essington in South Staffordshire, England. This area is part of a district known for its diverse planning opportunities, making it a relevant location for those researching development and infrastructure projects. It sits within the Essington district.
Property prices in Newtown (SK17) show an average sale price of £229,900, 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 Newtown (SK17) a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Newtown (SK17) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Leek Moors SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): South Pennine Moors; 4 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Peak District Moors (South Pennine Moors Phase 1); 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. 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, Newtown (SK17) 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 Newtown (SK17)
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Newtown (SK17). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Newtown (SK17) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Newtown (SK17) were outline applications (1).
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