How long do planning decisions take near Blakenhall?

The average planning decision time near Blakenhall is 46 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 Blakenhall?

The planning approval rate near Blakenhall is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blakenhall?

The most common type of planning application near Blakenhall is outline applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blakenhall?

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Blakenhall, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blakenhall, West Midlands.

West Midlands · England · settlement

Planning applications in Blakenhall are administered by Wolverhampton City Council. View the full Wolverhampton City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Blakenhall

Blakenhall is a vibrant suburb and ward within Wolverhampton, England, boasting a population of approximately 12,600, including the nearby Goldthorn Park, as recorded in the 2021 census. This area presents various opportunities for planning applications, catering to a diverse community in an urban setting.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wolverhampton
Parliamentary constituency: Wolverhampton South East
LSOA: Wolverhampton 035H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blakenhall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Blakenhall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Blakenhall.

- Footpath Outside Bassi House Moore Street South/Park Street South Wolverhampton West Midlands
Installation of a new 20m high Orion pole hosting 6 no. antennas, 3 no. RRUs, 2 no. dishes, 3no equipment cabinets and other ancillary development.
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Wolverhampton | Date: 2026-07-08
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- Bhogals 395 Dudley Road Wolverhampton West Midlands WV2 3AY
Proposed Rear Extension Partial infill, Canopy to Rear and Installation of 2x External Hidden AC Units with Internal Alterations to Shop. Signage at front to be replaced / rebranded with Illuminated S
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wolverhampton | Date: 2026-06-19
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- Former Sunbeam Automotive Factory And Works Upper Villiers Street Wolverhampton West Midlands WV2 4NU
Clearance of fire damaged debris from the building so that structural and condition surveys can be carried out safely
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wolverhampton | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Advertising Right South Boundary 28 Dudley Road Wolverhampton West Midlands
Display of a freestanding D-Poster LED advertisement.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Wolverhampton | Date: 2025-09-01
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- Land Enclosed By Bell Place/Frederick Street/Dudley Road Wolverhampton West Midlands
Variations of Conditions 2 and 12 of planning permission 20/00536/FUL for amendments to the approved development including the removal of the basement level and changes to ground floor layout, access,
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wolverhampton | Date: 2023-09-05
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A brief summary of Blakenhall in West Midlands

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

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Planning Activity in Blakenhall

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Blakenhall. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Blakenhall maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Blakenhall were outline applications (10), amendments (5), full planning applications (3).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 26 smaller schemes were submitted.

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