How long do planning decisions take near Oulton Heath?

The average planning decision time near Oulton Heath is 126 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 Oulton Heath?

The planning approval rate near Oulton Heath is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Oulton Heath?

The most common type of planning application near Oulton Heath is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oulton Heath?

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Oulton Heath, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oulton Heath, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Oulton Heath are administered by East Staffordshire Borough Council. View the full East Staffordshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Oulton Heath

Oulton is a quaint village situated within the civil parish of Stone Rural in Staffordshire, England, just north of the market town of Stone and adjacent to the scenic Trent and Mersey Canal. As of 2020, it has a population of approximately 597 residents, making it a small but vibrant community, which may be of interest to those exploring planning applications and local developments in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Stafford
Parliamentary constituency: Stoke-on-Trent South
LSOA: Stafford 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oulton Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Oulton Heath.

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 Oulton Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Oulton Heath.

- The Ford Farm Washdale Lane Meaford Stone Staffordshire ST15 8UU
First floor extension over existing single storey areas.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-01-30
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- The Hollies Old Road Oulton Heath Stone Staffordshire ST15 8US
Demolition of existing outbuilding. Construction of a vernacular style, single storey garage with ancillary annex accommodation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2025-12-16
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- Land Adjacent To Meaford View Old Road Oulton Heath Stone Staffordshire ST15 8US
Retrospective application for erection of an agricultural outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2025-04-18
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- The Hollies Old Road Oulton Heath Stone Staffordshire ST15 8US
Roof alterations, including new pitched roof gable, replacing and re-tiling to match existing roof and alterations to first floor fenestration.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-05-16
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A brief summary of Oulton Heath in Staffordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Oulton Heath a particularly low-crime area.

Oulton Heath has one conservation area within its boundaries: Moddershall Valley. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Oulton Heath includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Oulton Heath

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Oulton Heath. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 126 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Oulton Heath.

With an average of 126 days, decisions near Oulton Heath take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Oulton Heath were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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