How long do planning decisions take near Catherine-de-Barnes?

The average planning decision time near Catherine-de-Barnes is 48 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 Catherine-de-Barnes?

The planning approval rate near Catherine-de-Barnes is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Catherine-de-Barnes?

The most common type of planning application near Catherine-de-Barnes is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Catherine-de-Barnes?

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Catherine-de-Barnes, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Catherine-de-Barnes, West Midlands.

West Midlands · England · settlement

Planning applications in Catherine-de-Barnes are administered by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Catherine-de-Barnes

Catherine-de-Barnes is a quaint village located in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, West Midlands, approximately 2.25 miles east of Solihull town centre. Nestled within the civil parish of Hampton in Arden, it lies just 2 miles west of Hampton village, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments. The population details can be referenced under Bickenhill from the 2011 census.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £401,612 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Solihull
Parliamentary constituency: Solihull West and Shirley
LSOA: Solihull 022B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Catherine-de-Barnes.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Catherine-de-Barnes.

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 Catherine-de-Barnes based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Catherine-de-Barnes.

- 74 Field Lane Solihull B91 2RT
Erect toilet block, with associated infrastructure.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-02-09
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- Heath Farm 26 Henwood Lane Catherine De Barnes Solihull B91 2TH
Prior notification for a change of use from agricultural barns to dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2023-07-12
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- Heath Farm 26 Henwood Lane Catherine De Barnes Solihull B91 2TH
Prior notification for change of use from agricultural buildings to 1 No. smaller dwelling and 2 No. larger dwellings.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Catherine-de-Barnes in West Midlands

Property prices in Catherine-de-Barnes show an average sale price of £401,612, 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 Catherine-de-Barnes a particularly low-crime area.

Catherine-de-Barnes has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Catherine-de-Barnes includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Blythe SSSI, Bickenhill Meadows SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Catherine-de-Barnes

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Catherine-de-Barnes. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Catherine-de-Barnes.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Catherine-de-Barnes were full planning applications (7), outline applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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