How long do planning decisions take near Seighford?

The average planning decision time near Seighford is 90 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 Seighford?

The planning approval rate near Seighford is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Seighford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Seighford?

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Seighford, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Seighford, Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

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About Seighford

Seighford is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles west of Stafford in Staffordshire, England, with a population of 1,793 as recorded in the 2011 census. The village derives its name from the ford that crosses a small stream, and it features notable landmarks such as the red brick St Chad's Church, a Church of England parish church, and the historic Seighford Hall, a Tudor mansion dating back to the 16th century. This charming area presents potential opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to heritage preservation and community development.

Population: 1,828 (2021)

District: Stafford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £301,029 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

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 Seighford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Seighford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Seighford.

- Vicarage Cottage Main Road Seighford Stafford Staffordshire ST18 9PQ
Form two storey extension to rear and new entrance porch
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2026-01-27
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A brief summary of Seighford in Staffordshire

Property prices in Seighford show an average sale price of £301,029, 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 Seighford a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Seighford

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Seighford. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 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 Seighford.

The average decision period of 90 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Seighford were full planning applications (2). 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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