How long do planning decisions take near Withystakes?

The average planning decision time near Withystakes is 76 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 Withystakes?

The planning approval rate near Withystakes is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Withystakes?

The most common type of planning application near Withystakes is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Withystakes?

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Withystakes, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Withystakes, Staffordshire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Staffordshire Moorlands
Parliamentary constituency: Staffordshire Moorlands
LSOA: Staffordshire Moorlands 009A

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Withystakes.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Withystakes based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Withystakes.

- Land Adjacent To Big Southlow Farm , Leek Road , Wetley Rocks , Staffordshire , ST9 0AR
Change of use of agricultural building to single dwelling with porch and garage additions
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Staffordshire Moorlands | Date: 2026-01-29
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A brief summary of Withystakes in Staffordshire

Withystakes is a settlement located in Staffordshire, England.

Neighbourhood safety in Withystakes is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

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Planning Activity in Withystakes

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Withystakes. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

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

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Withystakes were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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