How long do planning decisions take near Whiston (ST19)?

The average planning decision time near Whiston (ST19) is 97 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 Whiston (ST19)?

The planning approval rate near Whiston (ST19) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Whiston (ST19)?

The most common type of planning application near Whiston (ST19) is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whiston (ST19)?

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Whiston (ST19), Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whiston (ST19), Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Whiston (ST19) are administered by Cannock Chase District Council. View the full Cannock Chase District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

District: Penkridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,019 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Staffordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
LSOA: South Staffordshire 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whiston (ST19).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Whiston (ST19).

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 Whiston (ST19) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Whiston (ST19).

- Whiston Barns Whiston Road Whiston STAFFORD ST19 5QH
Discharge of condition 4 (materials), 5 (landscaping), 6 (boundary treatment) and 7 (species enhancement scheme) for Prior Approval 24/00861/AGRRES
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2026-02-09
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- Whiston Barns Whiston Road Whiston STAFFORD ST19 5QH
Conversion of a single agricultural building into 1 no. detached 3-bedroom dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: South Staffordshire | Date: 2024-10-02
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A brief summary of Whiston (ST19) in Staffordshire

Whiston (ST19) is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England. It sits within the Penkridge district.

Property prices in Whiston (ST19) show an average sale price of £289,019, 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 Whiston (ST19) a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whiston (ST19) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Whiston (ST19)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Whiston (ST19). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Whiston (ST19) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 97 days, decisions near Whiston (ST19) 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 Whiston (ST19) were discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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