Trentham, Staffordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Trentham, Staffordshire.
Staffordshire · England · settlement
About Trentham
Trentham is a suburb located in north Staffordshire, south-west of Stoke-on-Trent's city centre and adjacent to Newcastle-under-Lyme. Its unique separation from the urban sprawl by open green spaces, the Trent and Mersey Canal, and the River Trent contributes to its village-like atmosphere, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications.
Population: 11,836
District: City of Stoke-on-Trent
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Area Information
- Admin district: Stoke-on-Trent
- Parliamentary constituency: Stoke-on-Trent Central
- LSOA: Stoke-on-Trent 023A
Crime Statistics
72 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 34
- public-order: 9
- burglary: 7
- other-theft: 5
- anti-social-behaviour: 4
- vehicle-crime: 4
- criminal-damage-arson: 3
- drugs: 2
- shoplifting: 2
- possession-of-weapons: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Trentham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Trentham.
- 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 Trentham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Trentham.
- - 5 Kingston Park Road, Trentham, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 8QD
Erection of 1.2m high gate to the front boundary
Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 46 Pacific Road, Trentham, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 8UD
Single storey rear extension (prior approval)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 7 Kingston Park Road, Trentham Fields, Stoke-on-trent, ST4 8QD
Creation of additional hard-standing
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-12-13
View full details - - 2 Abingdon Way, Trentham, Stoke-on-trent, City Of Stoke-on-trent, ST4 8DX
Two storey side and rear extensions (retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Trentham Fields , Stoke On Trent , ST4 8EX
Discharge of Condition 15 (Archaeological Works) for planning permission 62889/HYB
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - Trentham Fields, New Inn Lane, Trentham, Stoke On Trent, St4 8ex ,
Erection of 14 houses (Phase 3c - reserved matters pursuant to 62889/HYB)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-12-16
View full details - - 7 Ash Green Close, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8LX
Single storey rear extension (prior approval)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-11-28
View full details - - 7 Ash Green Close, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8LX
Certificate of (proposed) lawful development for a single storey rear extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-10-04
View full details - - 55 Kennedy Road, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8BZ
Two storey and single storey side extensions
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - 20 Caspian Grove, Trentham, Stoke-on-trent, St4 8rx ,
Two storey side extension and garage conversion
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - 17 The Lea, Trentham, Stoke On Trent, St4 8dy ,
Single storey front extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-03-10
View full details - - 24 Stuart Avenue, Trentham, Stoke-on-trent, St4 8bg ,
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2024-01-24
View full details - - 26 Werburgh Drive, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8JP
Certificate of (proposed) lawful development for two storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stoke on Trent | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Trentham in Staffordshire
Trentham is a suburb located in north Staffordshire, south-west of Stoke-on-Trent's city centre and adjacent to Newcastle-under-Lyme. Its unique separation from the urban sprawl by open green spaces, the Trent and Mersey Canal, and the River Trent contributes to its village-like atmosphere, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 11,836. It sits within the City of Stoke-on-Trent district.
The Trentham area recorded 72 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Trentham has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Trent and Mersey Canal, Ash Green, Trentham. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Trentham 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 Trentham
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Trentham. Of these, 57% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 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 Trentham.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Trentham were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.