Oak Hill, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Oak Hill, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Oak Hill are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Oak Hill
Oak Hill is a locality situated within Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. Known for its residential character, the area may be of interest to those researching planning applications, as it offers insights into local development trends and community needs.
District: City of Stoke-on-Trent
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Area Information
- Admin district: Stoke-on-Trent
- Parliamentary constituency: Stoke-on-Trent Central
- LSOA: Stoke-on-Trent 019C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Oak Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Oak Hill.
- 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 Oak Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Oak Hill.
- - Aldi, Godwin Way, Trent Vale, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 6JP
Prior approval for installation of solar PV's at the existing Aldi Foodstore.
Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 1 Lowndes Close, Penkhull, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 5JG
2m Crown Reduction and Crown Lift to 3m of Early Mature Ash
Type: Trees | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - 65 St Christopher Avenue, Penkhull, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 5NA
Felling of one cherry tree
Type: Trees | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-12-15
View full details - - Land At Godwin Way , Stoke On Trent, ST4 6JP
Certificate of (existing) lawful development for the implementation of planning permission ref:67567/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-04-23
View full details - - Elm Tree House, Garden Street, Penkhull, Stoke-on-trent, ST4 5DY
Works to 11no. trees to lift the crowns by approximately 4.5 metres from ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-02-14
View full details - - 22 Barnfield, Penkhull, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 5JE
Crown reduction to one beech tree (conservation area notice)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-09-13
View full details - - Aldi, Godwin Way, Trent Vale, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 6JP
Provision of temporary detached outbuilding to be used as mobile breast screening unit
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-08-02
View full details - - 77 St Christopher Avenue, Penkhull, Stoke-on-trent, St4 5na ,
Pruning works to one cherry tree to provide 2.5m clearance to property and provide 2m clearance from street light (TPO 17 T34)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-03-17
View full details - - 24 Barnfield, Penkhull, Stoke-on-trent, St4 5je ,
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2023-11-01
View full details - - 68 Thistley Hough, Penkhull, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 5JQ
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2023-05-24
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A brief summary of Oak Hill in Staffordshire
Oak Hill is a locality situated within Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. Known for its residential character, the area may be of interest to those researching planning applications, as it offers insights into local development trends and community needs. It sits within the City of Stoke-on-Trent district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Oak Hill a particularly low-crime area.
Oak Hill has 9 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stubbs Walks, Clayton, Trent and Mersey Canal, Penkhull Garden Village, Stoke Town Centre, The Villas, Penkhull Village, Hartshill, St Christophers Avenue. 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 Oak Hill includes 3 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, Oak Hill 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 Oak Hill
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Oak Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Oak Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Oak Hill were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Penkhull planning applications
- Springfields planning applications
- Boothen planning applications
- Trent Vale planning applications
- Hartshill planning applications
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- Clayton planning applications
- Stoke-upon-Trent planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.