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Planning in Bromford

Approved
92%
54 of 59 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Bromford

Bromford, locally known as "the Bromford," is a distinct industrial and residential area in Birmingham, bordered by Ward End, Alum Rock, and other neighborhoods. The industrial sector, primarily located north of the M6 motorway, includes notable sites such as Bromford Gate industrial park and Fort Shopping Park, while the residential neighborhoods of Bromford and The Firs are found to the east. The M6 and River Tame create a clear separation between these areas, which are governed by different local authority wards and parliamentary constituencies, highlighting their growing distinction. For those researching planning applications, understanding this division and the unique characteristics of each area is crucial.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bromford 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, Bromford 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 Bromford, 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, 62 planning applications were submitted near Bromford. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (14), discharge of conditions (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bromford?
In the last 24 months, 62 planning applications were submitted near Bromford. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bromford?
The average planning decision time near Bromford 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 Bromford?
The planning approval rate near Bromford is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bromford?
The most common type of planning application near Bromford is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bromford?
You can search and track planning applications near Bromford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.