How long do planning decisions take near Bloomfield?

The average planning decision time near Bloomfield is 74 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 Bloomfield?

The planning approval rate near Bloomfield is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bloomfield?

The most common type of planning application near Bloomfield is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bloomfield?

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Bloomfield, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bloomfield, West Midlands.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £188,390 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Sandwell
Parliamentary constituency: Tipton and Wednesbury
LSOA: Sandwell 015A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bloomfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bloomfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Bloomfield.

- 4 Hipkins Street Tipton DY4 9EW
Proposed change of use of outbuilding to 1 No. self-contained flat.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sandwell | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 24 Bloomfield Road Tipton DY4 9ET
Demolition of garage, proposed single storey side extension, first floor front, side and rear extension, and pitched roof over existing flat roof to create 3 bed dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sandwell | Date: 2026-02-23
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A brief summary of Bloomfield in West Midlands

Bloomfield is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

Property prices in Bloomfield show an average sale price of £188,390, 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 Bloomfield a particularly low-crime area.

Bloomfield has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Factory Locks, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bloomfield 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.

Planning Activity in Bloomfield

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Bloomfield. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 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 Bloomfield.

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Bloomfield were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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