How long do planning decisions take near Barston?

The average planning decision time near Barston is 107 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 Barston?

The planning approval rate near Barston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Barston?

The most common type of planning application near Barston is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Barston?

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Barston, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barston, West Midlands.

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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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £366,700 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Solihull
Parliamentary constituency: Solihull West and Shirley
LSOA: Solihull 013D

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Barston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Barston.

- Bulls Head Barston Lane Barston Solihull B92 0JU
Discharge condition Nos. 3-Materials and 4-Written Scheme of Investigation (WSI) for a programme of archaeological work following planning approval PL/2025/02352/PPFL -Rebuilding of dilapidated barn a
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Bulls Head Barston Lane Barston Solihull B92 0JU
Discharge condition Nos. 3- Materials and 4- Written Scheme of Investigation (WSI) for a programme of archaeological work, following listed building consent PL/2025/02353/LBC -Listed building consent
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-05-05
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A brief summary of Barston in West Midlands

Property prices in Barston show an average sale price of £366,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Barston is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Barston has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Barston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Blythe SSSI. 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 Barston

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Barston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 107 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Barston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 107 days, decisions near Barston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Barston were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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