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Planning in Bordesley Green

Approved
84%
63 of 75 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bordesley Green

Postcode districts

B9 56 applications in the last 12 monthsB8 89 applications in the last 12 monthsB10 31 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 Bordesley Green

Bordesley Green is an inner-city area located approximately two miles east of Birmingham city centre, situated within the Bordesley Green Ward, which includes parts of Small Heath and Little Bromwich. The area is also home to Bordesley Green East, which falls under the Heartlands Ward. This diverse locality presents various planning opportunities and developments, making it a significant area for research and urban planning initiatives.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bordesley Green 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 Bordesley Green 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, Bordesley Green 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 Bordesley Green, 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, 82 planning applications were submitted near Bordesley Green. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), outline applications (21), telecoms (2).

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 Bordesley Green?
In the last 24 months, 82 planning applications were submitted near Bordesley Green. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bordesley Green?
The average planning decision time near Bordesley Green is 75 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 Bordesley Green?
The planning approval rate near Bordesley Green is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bordesley Green?
The most common type of planning application near Bordesley Green is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bordesley Green?
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