How long do planning decisions take near Bentley?

The average planning decision time near Bentley 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 Bentley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bentley?

The most common type of planning application near Bentley is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bentley?

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Bentley, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bentley, West Midlands.

West Midlands · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bentley are administered by Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bentley

Bentley, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall in the West Midlands, England, is strategically positioned near Junction 10 of the M6 Motorway. It shares borders with the towns of Willenhall and Darlaston, as well as the areas of Beechdale and Alumwell, making it a key area for planning applications related to transport and local development.

District: Walsall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £259,617 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Walsall
Parliamentary constituency: Walsall and Bloxwich
LSOA: Walsall 021B

Crime Statistics

325 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 145
vehicle-crime: 35
criminal-damage-arson: 25
shoplifting: 25
public-order: 19
other-theft: 16
anti-social-behaviour: 15
possession-of-weapons: 10
burglary: 9
other-crime: 9
drugs: 8
robbery: 7
bicycle-theft: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bentley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bentley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bentley.

- 53, MORRIS AVENUE, BENTLEY, WALSALL, WS2 0ED
Lawful Development Certificate for an existing use as house in multiple occupation (Use Class C4).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 86, WILKES AVENUE, WS2 0JL
Full planning application for a replacement 4 bedroom detached dwelling.
Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 93, MORRIS AVENUE, BENTLEY, WALSALL, WS2 0EE
Full planning application for a single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-01-15
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- FORMER SHOWCASE CINEMA, BENTLEY MILL WAY, BENTLEY, WALSALL, WS2 0LE
Temporary change of use for a period of 3 years from former cinema (Sui Generis - formerly Class D2A) to open storage (Class B8).
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Walsall | Date: 2023-04-18
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A brief summary of Bentley in West Midlands

Property prices in Bentley show an average sale price of £259,617, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Bentley area recorded 325 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.

Bentley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Darlaston. 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.

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Planning Activity in Bentley

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Bentley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

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

At 58 days on average, decisions near Bentley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bentley were full planning applications (7), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 88% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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