The maximum height for a stove receptacle is what the electric code says.

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I'm installing a stove receptacle on a wall that's partially below grade, so the lower half of the wall is masonry, the upper half is normal studs, drywall, etc.It would be easier to put the receptacle in the upper half of the wall where it can be seen above the stove.The wire would fall from the ceiling.Is this a safety issue?I'm thinking about grease fires.

The normal position is more vulnerable to an over flow from a huge pot of water, but the breaker should stop that.

Anything higher than 12-16" and lower than 54" will not be good.

The receptacle can be placed in very specific places.A good spot for a standard residential range is behind the drawer.

You can mount it above the control panel, but what about on the floor?I would check the documentation that comes with the range to be sure.

NM wire that is prone to damage should be in a protective conduit.The EMT or MC cable is something that comes to mind.