Oaken, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Oaken, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
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: £283,000 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Staffordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Kingswinford and South Staffordshire
- LSOA: South Staffordshire 008B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
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
5 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 - - 3 Manor Fold Oaken WOLVERHAMPTON WV8 2BE
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2026-03-27
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 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
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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 £283,000, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Oaken. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Oaken may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 79 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 (7), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 39% 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, 1 medium-scale application, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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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.