How long do planning decisions take near Salt?

The average planning decision time near Salt is 287 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 Salt?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Salt?

The most common type of planning application near Salt is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Salt?

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Salt, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Salt, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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About Salt

Salt is a picturesque village in the Borough of Stafford, Staffordshire, located three miles northeast of Stafford and half a mile southwest of the A51 trunk road. Nestled on elevated ground above the Trent valley, it is part of the civil parish of Salt and Enson, which includes the hamlet of Enson. The village is served by bus service 841, connecting it to Stafford and Uttoxeter, and features historical landmarks such as the 17th-century Hollybush Inn and a village hall, making it a quaint yet accessible location for potential planning applications.

District: Salt and Enson

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Area Information

Admin district: Stafford
Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
LSOA: Stafford 011F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Salt.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Salt based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Salt.

- Thistleberry House Salt Road Salt Stafford Staffordshire ST18 0BW
Removal of Conservatory. Removal of chimney to the side. Proposed rear single storey flat roof extension, two story side extension and single storey flat roof front extension. Internal alterations. Wi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2025-12-17
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- Oak Gables Salt Road Salt Stafford Staffordshire ST18 0BW
TPO No. 84 - 1980 - Fell Oak
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-05-15
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- The Old Vicarage Salt Road Salt Stafford Staffordshire ST18 0BW
Proposed single storey rear extension to provide extended dining room , kitchen and new lounge
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-04-15
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A brief summary of Salt in Staffordshire

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

Salt has one conservation area within its boundaries: Trent and Mersey Canal. 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.

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Planning Activity in Salt

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Salt. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 287 days.

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

With an average of 287 days, decisions near Salt take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 10-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Salt were full planning applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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