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Planning in Birchfield

Approved
82%
60 of 72 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Birchfield in the last 24 months, from Birmingham City Council's planning register.

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Around Birchfield

Postcode districts

B6 55 applications in the last 12 monthsB20 66 applications in the last 12 monthsB42 88 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Birmingham City Council

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About Birchfield

Birchfield is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Birchfield 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 Birchfield, 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, 80 planning applications were submitted near Birchfield. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), outline applications (16), discharge of conditions (9).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Birchfield?
In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Birchfield. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Birchfield?
The average planning decision time near Birchfield 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 Birchfield?
The planning approval rate near Birchfield is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Birchfield?
The most common type of planning application near Birchfield is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Birchfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Birchfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.