How long do planning decisions take near Rake End?

The average planning decision time near Rake End is 39 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 Rake End?

The planning approval rate near Rake End is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rake End?

The most common type of planning application near Rake End is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rake End?

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Rake End, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rake End, Staffordshire.

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Planning applications in Rake End are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Rake End

Mavesyn Ridware is a charming village and civil parish located in the Lichfield District of Staffordshire, England, with a population that grew from 1,048 in 2001 to 1,128 by the 2011 Census. The parish encompasses the villages of Hill Ridware, Rake End, Pipe Ridware, and Blithbury, nestled between the River Trent and the River Blithe. It borders the parish of Hamstall Ridware to the east and the larger village of Armitage to the south, making it a key area for potential planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cannock Chase
Parliamentary constituency: Cannock Chase
LSOA: Cannock Chase 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rake End.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rake End.

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 Rake End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Rake End in Staffordshire

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

Rake End has one conservation area within its boundaries: Mavesyn Ridware. 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 Rake End includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Rake End

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Rake End. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rake End may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rake End were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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