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Planning in Wolverhampton

Approved
76%
91 of 109 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wolverhampton in the last 24 months, from Wolverhampton City Council's planning register.

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Around Wolverhampton

Postcode districts

WV1 109 applications in the last 12 monthsWV2 65 applications in the last 12 monthsWV10 159 applications in the last 12 monthsWV3 170 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wolverhampton City Council

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About Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton is a vibrant city and metropolitan borough in the West Midlands of England, situated approximately 12 miles northwest of Birmingham. As part of the larger West Midlands conurbation, it is bordered by Walsall to the east and Dudley to the south. With a population of 263,700 as of 2021, Wolverhampton ranks as the third largest city in the region, following Birmingham and Coventry, making it a significant area for planning applications and urban development. The city has a population of approximately 250,970 (2012 estimate). It sits within the City of Wolverhampton district.

Wolverhampton sits at an elevation of 163 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 69440000.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Wolverhampton show an average sale price of £245,024, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Wolverhampton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wolverhampton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.wolverhampton.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wolverhampton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 221 planning applications were submitted near Wolverhampton. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (46), advertising consent (26), listed building and heritage (25). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

31 planning appeals were lodged, of which 12 were allowed and 19 were dismissed (39% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wolverhampton?
In the last 24 months, 221 planning applications were submitted near Wolverhampton. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wolverhampton?
The average planning decision time near Wolverhampton is 62 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 Wolverhampton?
The planning approval rate near Wolverhampton is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wolverhampton?
The most common type of planning application near Wolverhampton is full planning applications, with 46 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wolverhampton?
You can search and track planning applications near Wolverhampton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.