How long do planning decisions take near Walton (ST15)?

The average planning decision time near Walton (ST15) is 101 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 Walton (ST15)?

The planning approval rate near Walton (ST15) is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Walton (ST15)?

The most common type of planning application near Walton (ST15) is full planning applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Walton (ST15)?

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Walton (ST15), Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walton (ST15), Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Walton (ST15) are administered by East Staffordshire Borough Council. View the full East Staffordshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Stafford
Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
LSOA: Stafford 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Walton (ST15).

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 Walton (ST15) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Walton (ST15).

- Orchid Cottage 33 Eccleshall Road Stone Staffordshire ST15 0HJ
Removal of existing covered store and provision of two storey side/rear extension and terrace
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2025-07-30
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- 56 The Fillybrooks Stone Staffordshire ST15 0DL
Rear extension- total length beyond rear wall of the original dwelling 4m, maximum height 3m and eaves height 2.55m
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stafford | Date: 2025-02-14
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- 4 The Crest Manor Rise Walton Stone Staffordshire ST15 0HH
TPO 235 2000: Lime (T2) - Pollard 2m above main union. Reason - To allow light into garden and to abate nuisance caused from branches touching the houses.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2024-08-23
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- Trent Court Stone Staffordshire ST15 0GZ
Stone Conservation Area: Mountain Ash x 3 (8, 9, 10) - Fell and replant with Malus Laura. Crab Apple x 4 (1, 3, 6 & 7) - Reduce trees by 15%. Crab Apple & 2 x Cherry Blossom (1, 4 & 5) - Crown lift to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stafford | Date: 2023-05-26
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A brief summary of Walton (ST15) in Staffordshire

Walton (ST15) is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Walton (ST15) a particularly low-crime area.

Walton (ST15) has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Moddershall Valley, Stone, Trent and Mersey Canal. 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 Walton (ST15) 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 Walton (ST15)

In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Walton (ST15). Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 101 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Walton (ST15).

With an average of 101 days, decisions near Walton (ST15) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Walton (ST15) were full planning applications (28), tree works (20), listed building and heritage (8). Full planning applications account for 41% 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 28 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 42 applications
Refused: 4 applications
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 21 applications

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