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Planning in Barston

Only 7 decisions near Barston in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Barston

Barston is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, West Midlands, approximately 4.5 miles east of Solihull and 11 miles from Birmingham. Nestled within a large meander of the River Blythe, Barston is positioned between the larger villages of Balsall Common and Hampton-in-Arden. The population of Barston has grown from 499 in the 2001 Census to 533 by the 2011 Census, making it a small yet vibrant community, which may be of interest for local planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barston 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 Barston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barston has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barston 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 Barston, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Barston.

The most common types were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barston?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Barston.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barston?
The most common type of planning application near Barston is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barston?
You can search and track planning applications near Barston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.