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Planning in Rocester

Approved
100%
13 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Rocester in the last 24 months, from East Staffordshire Borough Council's planning register.

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About Rocester

Rocester is a village and civil parish situated in the East Staffordshire district of Staffordshire, England, near the Derbyshire border. Historically noted as "Rowcestre" in the Domesday Book of 1086, Rocester offers a unique blend of rural charm and historical significance, making it an interesting area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,679 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Staffordshire district.

Property prices in Rocester show an average sale price of £232,547, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Rocester a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rocester has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rocester 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Rocester, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Rocester. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (3), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rocester?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Rocester. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rocester?
The average planning decision time near Rocester is 52 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 Rocester?
The planning approval rate near Rocester is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rocester?
The most common type of planning application near Rocester is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rocester?
You can search and track planning applications near Rocester on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.