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Planning in Balls Hill

Approved
91%
59 of 62 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Balls Hill

Postcode districts

B70 190 applications in the last 12 monthsB71 147 applications in the last 12 monthsWS10 140 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Balls Hill

Balls Hill is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Balls Hill 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 Balls Hill 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, Balls Hill 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 Balls Hill, 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, 135 planning applications were submitted near Balls Hill. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (51), outline applications (22), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Balls Hill?
In the last 24 months, 135 planning applications were submitted near Balls Hill. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Balls Hill?
The average planning decision time near Balls Hill is 58 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 Balls Hill?
The planning approval rate near Balls Hill is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Balls Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Balls Hill is full planning applications, with 51 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Balls Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Balls Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.