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Planning in Amblecote

Approved
79%
33 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Amblecote

Amblecote is a village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley in the West Midlands, England, and features in the historic Domesday Book. Situated just north of Stourbridge, it lies at the southwestern edge of the West Midlands conurbation. Traditionally part of the parish of Oldswinford, Amblecote was administered separately due to its location in Staffordshire, and it shares borders with Audnam, Quarry Bank, and Wollaston, making it an area of interest for planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Amblecote 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 Amblecote 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, Amblecote 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 Amblecote, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Amblecote. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), tree works (8), amendments (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Amblecote?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Amblecote. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Amblecote?
The average planning decision time near Amblecote is 69 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 Amblecote?
The planning approval rate near Amblecote is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Amblecote?
The most common type of planning application near Amblecote is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Amblecote?
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