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Planning in Codsall

Approved
90%
47 of 49 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Codsall in the last 24 months, from South Staffordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Codsall

Codsall is a village and civil parish located in the South Staffordshire district of England, just 5 miles northwest of Wolverhampton and 13 miles east-southeast of Telford. Positioned near the Staffordshire-West Midlands County border, Codsall is closely linked to Wolverhampton, with only a small expanse of greenbelt land separating the two. This proximity to urban areas may influence planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,964 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Staffordshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Codsall 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 Codsall 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, Codsall 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.codsallpages.com/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Codsall, 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Codsall. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), tree works (8), amendments (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Codsall?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Codsall. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Codsall?
The average planning decision time near Codsall is 52 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 Codsall?
The planning approval rate near Codsall is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Codsall?
The most common type of planning application near Codsall is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Codsall?
You can search and track planning applications near Codsall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.