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Planning in Alum Rock

Approved
87%
147 of 166 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Alum Rock

Postcode districts

B8 89 applications in the last 12 monthsB9 55 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Birmingham City Council

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About Alum Rock

Alum Rock is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Alum Rock 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 Alum Rock 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, Alum Rock 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 Alum Rock, 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, 181 planning applications were submitted near Alum Rock. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were outline applications (76), full planning applications (67), telecoms (7).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alum Rock?
In the last 24 months, 181 planning applications were submitted near Alum Rock. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alum Rock?
The average planning decision time near Alum Rock is 64 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 Alum Rock?
The planning approval rate near Alum Rock is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alum Rock?
The most common type of planning application near Alum Rock is outline applications, with 76 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alum Rock?
You can search and track planning applications near Alum Rock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.