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House prices in Bromsgrove District Council: average £335,607, +2.3% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Bromsgrove District Council received?
Bromsgrove District Council received 1,535 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 88%.
How long does Bromsgrove District Council take to decide applications?
Bromsgrove District Council takes an average of 58 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for Bromsgrove District Council?
Bromsgrove District Council approves 88% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Bromsgrove District Council?
Submit your representation to Bromsgrove District Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Bromsgrove District Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Bromsgrove District Council planning decision?
Yes. If Bromsgrove District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 481 appeals were lodged against Bromsgrove District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Bromsgrove District Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Bromsgrove District Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Bromsgrove District Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Bromsgrove District Council oversees a vibrant local government area in north-east Worcestershire, England, featuring the town of Bromsgrove and several picturesque villages such as Alvechurch, Hagley, and Wythall. With a population of 99,475 as of the 2021 census, the district borders the urban expanse of Birmingham to the north, offering a mix of rural charm and urban accessibility. For those researching planning applications, Bromsgrove presents diverse opportunities across its varied landscapes and communities.

The council area encompasses 122 towns and villages, including Bromsgrove and Redditch. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Bromsgrove District Council received 1,535 planning applications. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were outline applications (220), tree works (145), full planning applications (77). 22 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

481 planning appeals were lodged against Bromsgrove District Council decisions, of which 143 were allowed and 293 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Bromsgrove District Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Bromsgrove District Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.