How long do planning decisions take near Washerwall?

The average planning decision time near Washerwall is 83 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 Washerwall?

The planning approval rate near Washerwall is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Washerwall?

The most common type of planning application near Washerwall is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Washerwall?

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Washerwall, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Washerwall, Staffordshire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 008A

Crime Statistics

32 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 18
criminal-damage-arson: 3
other-crime: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
public-order: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
burglary: 1
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Washerwall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Washerwall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Washerwall.

- 26 , Uplands Croft , Werrington , Staffordshire , ST9 0LF
The existing utility space is to be removed, replaced by the erection of a single story rear extension and the conversion of the loft into a bedroom
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-05-05
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- 215 Ash Bank Fish Bar , Ash Bank Road , Werrington , Staffordshire , ST2 9EE
Retrospective Application For External Staircase For Access To Flat
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Mareham , 125 Meigh Road , Werrington , Staffordshire , ST2 9QJ
First floor side/front extension alongside removal of existing conservatory and erection of new single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-02-19
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- 215 , Ash Bank Road , Werrington , Staffordshire , ST2 9EE
Retrospective application for access ramps to shop front
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-01-16
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- 2 , SPINDLESTONE CLOSE , WERRINGTON , STAFFORDSHIRE MOORLANDS , ST9 0FG
Erection of detached garden outbuilding for use as home gym/study alongside installation of decking to the rear garden - part retrospective
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Stonehouse Farm , Ash Bank Road , Werrington , Staffordshire , ST9 0JR
Demolition of existing buildings on site and erection of Class E retail unit, alongside access, car parking and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-12-19
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- Land Adjacent Cellarhead Substation , Rownall Road , Wetley Rocks , Staffordshire ,
Non Material Amendment in relation to SMD/2022/0548 for amended wording of conditions 15 and 20 to allow commencement of access track construction works
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-12-12
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- 388 , Ash Bank Road , Werrington , Staffordshire , ST9 0JR
Certificate of lawfulness to demonstrate that no development is occurring in the change of use from dwelling to childrens home
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-08-15
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- 78 , Chatsworth Drive , Werrington , Staffordshire , ST9 0PB
Retrospective application - Lowering of existing rear garden ground level, construction of new retaining walls and new masonry shed. Construction of new rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2025-04-16
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A brief summary of Washerwall in Staffordshire

Washerwall is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

The Washerwall area recorded 32 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Washerwall includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wetley Moor SSSI. 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 Washerwall

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Washerwall. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 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 Washerwall.

The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Washerwall were full planning applications (10), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 77% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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