How long do planning decisions take near Bickenhill?

The average planning decision time near Bickenhill is 38 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 Bickenhill?

The planning approval rate near Bickenhill is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bickenhill?

The most common type of planning application near Bickenhill is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bickenhill?

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Bickenhill, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bickenhill, West Midlands.

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About Bickenhill

Bickenhill is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Bickenhill and Marston Green, in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, West Midlands. Situated on the eastern edge of the West Midlands conurbation, it falls within the historic county of Warwickshire and is home to Birmingham Airport, making it a significant area for planning applications related to transport and development.

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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: Meriden and Solihull East
LSOA: Solihull 011A

Crime Statistics

78 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 18
violent-crime: 16
vehicle-crime: 11
public-order: 9
criminal-damage-arson: 7
shoplifting: 6
possession-of-weapons: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
burglary: 2
drugs: 2
other-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bickenhill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bickenhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bickenhill.

- Mayfield Clock Lane Bickenhill Solihull B92 0DX
Single storey rear extension and two storey side extension to an existing semi-detached house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-04-01
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- Depot Adjacent Mayfield Clock Lane Bickenhill Solihull B92 0DX
Certificate of lawful development for proposed two storey side extension and single storey rear extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-12-30
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- Mayfield Clock Lane Bickenhill Solihull B92 0DX
Change of use to yard for open storage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-11-26
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- Croft Holme St. Peters Lane Bickenhill Solihull B92 0DP
Two storey front and side extension, single storey rear extension and dormer to garage.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2024-06-22
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A brief summary of Bickenhill in West Midlands

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

The Bickenhill area recorded 78 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.

Bickenhill 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 Bickenhill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bickenhill Meadows 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 Bickenhill

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Bickenhill. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bickenhill.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bickenhill were full planning applications (2), amendments (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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