How long do planning decisions take near Coal Pool?

The average planning decision time near Coal Pool is 36 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 Coal Pool?

The planning approval rate near Coal Pool is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coal Pool?

The most common type of planning application near Coal Pool is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coal Pool?

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Coal Pool, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coal Pool, West Midlands.

West Midlands · England · settlement

Planning applications in Coal Pool are administered by Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Coal Pool

Coal Pool is a residential area located in Walsall, West Midlands, primarily developed in the 1930s by the local council, with additional housing constructed in the late 1940s as council house building resumed post-World War II. This historical context may be relevant for individuals exploring planning applications or development opportunities in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,934 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Walsall
Parliamentary constituency: Walsall and Bloxwich
LSOA: Walsall 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coal Pool.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Coal Pool based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Coal Pool.

- 36, LAVENDER GROVE, WALSALL, WS3 1QG
Full planning application for the change of use from (C3 Use Class) dwelling to (C2 Use Class) care home for two children, two full staff members and internal alterations.
Type: Amendment | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-01-16
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- 4, COALPOOL LANE, WALSALL, WS3 1QJ
Prior approval for a larger home extension for a single storey flat roofed rear extension. Measuring 6.00 metres deep from the original rear elevation, 3.00 metres total height and 3.00 metres high at
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-09-17
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- 60, CHESTNUT ROAD, WALSALL, WS3 1BE
Prior approval for a larger home extension for a single storey flat roofed rear extension, 5.2 metres deep from the original rear elevation, 3 metres maximum height measured externally from the natura
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-01-19
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- 46, DEANS PLACE, WALSALL, WS3 1RB
Two storey extension set to the side and rear of dwelling and including conversion of the existing garage, to create larger garage and bathroom at ground floor and two bedrooms and bathroom at first f
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2023-03-02
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- ROSS ROAD OPPOSITE WARNER PLACE, WALSALL, WS3 1RG
Prior Approval: Proposed telecommunication for a 15.0m monopole located on the adopted highways at Ross Road.
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: Walsall | Date: 2022-09-14
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- 18, Deans Place, Walsall, WS3 1RB
Non material amendment to reduce the width of approved extension 15/1330.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Walsall | Date: 2016-08-30
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- 18, Deans Place, Walsall, Walsall, WS3 1RB
Single storey rear extension and associated ground level works to rear garden.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2015-09-04
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- 17 CLARE ROAD,WALSALL,WS3 1RP
Rear conservatory: 4.1m deep; 2.3m high to eaves; 3.1m high to highest point.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2015-06-08
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- 27 DEANS PLACE,WALSALL,WS3 1RB
Single storey side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2015-05-01
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- SITE OF FORMER COALPOOL CLINIC,ROSS ROAD,RYECROFT,WALSALL
Erection of 12 no. 1 bedroom apartments in a three storey block
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2014-11-07
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- 215 COALPOOL LANE,WALSALL,WS3 1RF
Rear single storey extension: 3.8m deep; 2.7m to eaves; 3m high to flat roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2014-07-02
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- 215 COALPOOL LANE,WALSALL,WS3 1RF
Vertical wheelchair lift to front of house.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2013-07-12
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- FORMER COALPOOL CLINIC,ROSS ROAD,WALSALL,WS3 1RB
Time extension of 07/0142/FL/E10: Erection of 12 no. 1 bedroom apartments.
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Walsall | Date: 2011-04-27
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- EDGAR STAMMERS PRIMARY AND NURSERY SCHOOL,HARDEN ROAD,WALSALL,WS3 1RQ
Relocation of existing detached storage building and installation of a new Portacabin Solus building for additional storage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2008-09-19
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A brief summary of Coal Pool in West Midlands

Property prices in Coal Pool show an average sale price of £221,934, 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 Coal Pool a particularly low-crime area.

Coal Pool has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lichfield Street, Walsall Locks, Arboretum, Old Rushall. 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.

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Planning Activity in Coal Pool

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Coal Pool. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 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 Coal Pool.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Coal Pool were full planning applications (5), outline applications (4), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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