How long do planning decisions take near Baptist End?

The average planning decision time near Baptist End is 53 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 Baptist End?

The planning approval rate near Baptist End is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Baptist End?

The most common type of planning application near Baptist End is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Baptist End, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Baptist End, West Midlands.

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About Baptist End

Netherton, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley, West Midlands, is situated just 2 miles south of Dudley. Historically part of Worcestershire, this town is nestled within the Black Country and is bordered by nature reserves to the east and west, while an industrial area and the Dudley Southern By-Pass lie to the north. This unique positioning makes Netherton an area of interest for planning applications, balancing natural spaces with industrial development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £217,152 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dudley
Parliamentary constituency: Stourbridge
LSOA: Dudley 020C

Crime Statistics

226 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 116
criminal-damage-arson: 24
vehicle-crime: 19
public-order: 14
other-theft: 11
burglary: 10
shoplifting: 9
other-crime: 8
anti-social-behaviour: 6
possession-of-weapons: 4
drugs: 2
robbery: 2
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Baptist End.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Baptist End.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Baptist End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Baptist End.

- 104, BAPTIST END ROAD, NETHERTON, DUDLEY, DY2 9DJ
Single storey side/rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 49, HALESOWEN ROAD, NETHERTON, DUDLEY, DY2 9QD
Change of use of existing building to Offices (Use Class E(c)(ii)) for use by communications company.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-02-10
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- 12, RECREATION STREET, NETHERTON, DUDLEY, DY2 9EU
Householder Local Development Order for a two storey rear extension and single storey side and rear extensions
Status: Conditions | Council: Dudley | Date: 2025-12-19
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- Former Arley Court and Compton Court, Swan Street, Netherton, DY2 9EG
Non material minor amendment to approved application P21/2267
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dudley | Date: 2025-10-08
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- 42, CLARENCE ROAD, DUDLEY, DY2 8EL
Householder Local Development Order for a two storey side extension and a single
Status: Conditions | Council: Dudley | Date: 2024-07-31
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- 17, HALESOWEN ROAD, NETHERTON, DUDLEY, DY2 9QD
Prior Notification under Part 3 of the Town and Country Planning (GPDO) 2015 as
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Dudley | Date: 2024-02-22
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A brief summary of Baptist End in West Midlands

Property prices in Baptist End show an average sale price of £217,152, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Baptist End area recorded 226 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Baptist End has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Windmill End, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Baptist End includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Brewin's Canal Section SSSI, Doulton's Claypit SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Baptist End

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Baptist End. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Baptist End maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Baptist End were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (6), amendments (4). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 30 smaller schemes were submitted.

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