How long do planning decisions take near Wootton (DE6)?

The average planning decision time near Wootton (DE6) is 58 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 Wootton (DE6)?

The planning approval rate near Wootton (DE6) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wootton (DE6)?

The most common type of planning application near Wootton (DE6) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wootton (DE6)?

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Wootton (DE6), Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wootton (DE6), Staffordshire.

Staffordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wootton (DE6) are administered by East Staffordshire Borough Council. View the full East Staffordshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Wootton (DE6)

Wootton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Staffordshire, England, roughly 20 miles east of Stoke-on-Trent and northwest of Derby. Its strategic position makes it an appealing location for potential planning applications, contributing to the area's development and community growth.

Population: 133 (2021)

District: East Staffordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £408,062 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Derbyshire Dales
Parliamentary constituency: Derbyshire Dales
LSOA: Derbyshire Dales 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wootton (DE6).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wootton (DE6).

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 Wootton (DE6) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Wootton (DE6).

643328 - THE DELL HALL LANE WOOTTON DE6 2GW
Listed Building Application for the demolition of the existing lean to extension to the north elevation to facilitate the erection of a single storey extension with roof lantern and porch canopy, clad
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2026-01-12
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643327 - THE DELL HALL LANE WOOTTON DE6 2GW
Demolition of the existing lean to extension to the north elevation to facilitate the erection of a single storey extension with roof lantern and porch canopy, cladding to the boiler room, demolition
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2026-01-12
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643305 - SHAWCROFT FARM ELLASTONE ROAD WOOTTON DE6 2GW
Continued use of a portal frame building to house livestock.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2026-01-02
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- Botts Barn Salts Lane Wootton Staffordshire DE6 2GW
All over light crown reduction by approx. 0.305m (1ft) and removal of 3 x secondary low limbs to alleviate shadowing on summer house, bedding plants and grass one Japanese Maple tree (T1)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Staffordshire | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Wootton (DE6) in Staffordshire

Property prices in Wootton (DE6) show an average sale price of £408,062, 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 Wootton (DE6) a particularly low-crime area.

Wootton (DE6) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wootton, Ellastone. 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 Wootton (DE6) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stanton Pastures & Cuckoocliff Valley SSSI; 6 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 Wootton (DE6)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Wootton (DE6). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wootton (DE6) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Wootton (DE6) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wootton (DE6) were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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