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Planning in Bournville

Approved
68%
69 of 96 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Postcode districts

B29 169 applications in the last 12 monthsB30 70 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 Bournville

Bournville, a picturesque 19th-century model village located on the southwest side of Birmingham, was established by the Quaker Cadbury family for their factory employees. Designed as a "garden" village with a prohibition on alcohol sales, Bournville is part of the Selly Oak council constituency and features notable attractions like the Bournville Centre for Visual Arts and the iconic Cadbury chocolate factory. Recognised for its desirability, it has been highlighted as one of the best places to live in the UK, making it a significant area for planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bournville 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 Bournville 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, Bournville 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 Bournville, 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, 109 planning applications were submitted near Bournville. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (43), outline applications (21), amendments (13). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bournville?
In the last 24 months, 109 planning applications were submitted near Bournville. The approval rate is 68%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bournville?
The average planning decision time near Bournville is 84 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 Bournville?
The planning approval rate near Bournville is 68%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bournville?
The most common type of planning application near Bournville is full planning applications, with 43 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bournville?
You can search and track planning applications near Bournville on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.