How long do planning decisions take near Birchmoor?

The average planning decision time near Birchmoor is 99 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 Birchmoor?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Birchmoor?

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

How can I track planning applications near Birchmoor?

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Birchmoor, Warwickshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Birchmoor, Warwickshire.

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About Birchmoor

Birchmoor is a historic former coal mining village located in the North Warwickshire district, approximately one mile southwest of Polesworth and two miles east of Tamworth, separated by the M42 motorway and the Staffordshire county boundary. Originally established around the Birchmoor Colliery, which operated from 1860 until its closure in 1927, the village is typically regarded as part of the Polesworth area. This context is important for anyone researching planning applications, as the area's industrial heritage may influence land use and development proposals.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £258,603 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lichfield
Parliamentary constituency: Tamworth
LSOA: Lichfield 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Birchmoor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Birchmoor.

- The Farmhouse, Priory Farm Drive, Alvecote, B78 1FG
Application to Discharge Condition 7(maintenance plan for surface water drainage system) of Planning Permission PAP/2023/0520 for "Erection of 9 dwellings" dated 8 October 2024
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2026-04-23
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- ATC Hut Polesworth High School Dordon Road Dordon Tamworth B78 1QT
Prior notification for demolition of timber construction cadet spooner hut
Status: Permitted | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2024-05-20
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- 19 Dordon Road Dordon B78 1QW
Application to discharge conditions 3 (Construction Management Plan), 4 (materials), 5 (floor levels), 6 (landscaping) and 7 (access, car parking) of planning permission PAP/2022/0219 dated 26/07/2019
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2023-09-08
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A brief summary of Birchmoor in Warwickshire

Property prices in Birchmoor show an average sale price of £258,603, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Birchmoor a particularly low-crime area.

Birchmoor has one conservation area within its boundaries: Polesworth. 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 Birchmoor includes 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 Birchmoor

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Birchmoor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 99 days.

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

With an average of 99 days, decisions near Birchmoor 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 Birchmoor were full planning applications (2), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 18% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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