Oaken, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Oaken, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Oaken are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Oaken
Oaken is a quaint village located in Staffordshire, England, with historical roots dating back to 1086 when it was recorded in the Domesday Book as "Ache." The name is derived from the Old English term "ācum," meaning "the oaks," reflecting the area's natural heritage. For those researching planning applications, Oaken offers a unique blend of historical significance and rural charm.
District: Codsall
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £245,024 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Staffordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Kingswinford and South Staffordshire
- LSOA: South Staffordshire 008D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Oaken.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Oaken.
- 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 Oaken based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Oaken.
- - Trotters End Middle Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
Proposed first floor rear/side corner infill extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Trotters End Middle Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
Proposed first floor side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - 16 Shop Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2AX
Variation of Condition 2 - Approved plans (25/00099/FULHH) new entrance door/canopy to front elevation, replace upper floor bay with 2.no windows, 1.no new upper floor side window.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - The Bull Ride Holyhead Road Codsall WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2HT
Single storey side extension and second storey infill extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2024-08-29
View full details - - The Bull Ride Holyhead Road Codsall WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2HT
Erection of two, single storey side extensions and detached ancillary outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2024-07-02
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
Proposed to add 3no roof windows to rear elevation, to create natural light to attic storage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2023-10-31
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
Brick pillars and entry gates
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2023-10-04
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
TPO No. 3/1958: T1, Quercus spp. (Oak) - Crown lift up to 5.5 metres. T2, Prunus spp. (Cherry) - Crown lift up to 5 metres.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2023-07-15
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken Staffordshire WV8 2BE
Minor alterations to the consented elevations granted under application ref: 21/00070/AMEND.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2023-03-14
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken Staffordshire WV8 2BE
Discharge of Condition 6 (protective fencing for trees)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2022-11-28
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken Staffordshire WV8 2BE
Minor alterations to the elevations, these include changes to the external appearance and materials.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2022-05-31
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken Staffordshire WV8 2BE
Revised single storey two bay garage which includes additional storage to the side and a rear gym/ studio.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2021-10-04
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
This planning application seeks householder consent to extend and refurbish The Meadows dwelling by demolishing the existing garage and hallway and then adding the following: 2 no. storey rear extensi
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2021-01-22
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
Single storey rear extension to main dwelling, single storey rear extension to rear of original attached garage and single storey rear extension to rear of north-eastern side extension (length beyond
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2020-01-27
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
Single storey side extension, conversion of existing loft space to include dormer window and single storey garage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2019-12-12
View full details - - The Meadows Middle Lane Oaken Wolverhampton South Staffordshire WV8 2BE
3 no. extensions and single storey outbuilding in accordance with permitted development rights consisting of single storey side extension, two storey rear extension, single storey rear extenion and si
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2019-04-06
View full details - - Sandhills Day Nursery Holyhead Road Codsall Wolverhampton South Staffordshire WV8 2HT
Extension to children's day care nursery, extended grassed outdoor play area, relocation of existing LPG tank and a temporary outdoor play area.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2012-01-24
View full details - - The Bradshaws Holyhead Road Codsall Wolverhampton South Staffordshire WV8 2HT
Renewal of flexible planning permission 96/00190 (Change of use of disused farm shop as either office units within class B1, serviced Office suites within class B1, Light industrial activities within
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2006-04-10
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A brief summary of Oaken in Staffordshire
Oaken is a quaint village located in Staffordshire, England, with historical roots dating back to 1086 when it was recorded in the Domesday Book as "Ache." The name is derived from the Old English term "ācum," meaning "the oaks," reflecting the area's natural heritage. For those researching planning applications, Oaken offers a unique blend of historical significance and rural charm. It sits within the Codsall district.
Property prices in Oaken show an average sale price of £245,024, 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 Oaken a particularly low-crime area.
Oaken has one conservation area within its boundaries: Codsall. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oaken 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 Oaken
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Oaken. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Oaken.
The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Oaken were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (8), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 27 smaller schemes were submitted.
5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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