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Planning in Aldridge

Approved
74%
26 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aldridge in the last 24 months, from Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Aldridge

Aldridge is a prominent town located within the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall in the West Midlands, England. Once a village in Staffordshire, it became part of Walsall in 1974 and is now the second-largest town in the borough. Situated three miles from Brownhills, five miles from Walsall, six miles from Sutton Coldfield, and seven miles from Lichfield, Aldridge presents a mix of residential and commercial opportunities for planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Aldridge area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Aldridge has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aldridge 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Aldridge, 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, 51 planning applications were submitted near Aldridge. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (7), outline applications (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aldridge?
In the last 24 months, 51 planning applications were submitted near Aldridge. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aldridge?
The average planning decision time near Aldridge is 54 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 Aldridge?
The planning approval rate near Aldridge is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aldridge?
The most common type of planning application near Aldridge is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aldridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Aldridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.