Cofton Common, West Midlands Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cofton Common, West Midlands.
West Midlands · England · settlement
About Cofton Common
Cofton Common is a small locality in Birmingham, England, situated close to Longbridge and adjacent to the Worcestershire border. Its strategic location makes it relevant for planning applications, particularly in relation to its proximity to both urban and rural developments.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Birmingham
- Parliamentary constituency: Birmingham Northfield
- LSOA: Birmingham 124E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cofton Common.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cofton Common.
- 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 Cofton Common based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Cofton Common.
- - 97 Longbridge Lane Longbridge Birmingham B31 2UT
Display of 1.no internal illuminated fasica sign 1.no projecting sign
Type: Advertising | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 92 Central Avenue Birmingham B31 4JQ
Erection of 6 metre deep single storey rear extension. Maximum height 3 metres, eaves height 3 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 30 Thurlestone Road Northfield Birmingham B31 4LS
Application for a lawful development certificate for proposed single storey rear flat roofed extension
Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - EE 22 High Street Longbridge Birmingham B31 2UQ
Application for a lawful development certificate for proposed use of Unit 22 as a Solarium (Class E)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 27 Coombes Lane Birmingham B31 4RB
Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - 99 Longbridge Lane Longbridge Birmingham B31 2UT
Change of use to drinking establishment (Sui Generis)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - 7 Kemshead Avenue Northfield Birmingham B31 2SG
Application for a proposed lawful development certificate for the erection of a hip to gable loft conversion and rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-08-21
View full details - - 17 Ascot Way Longbridge Birmingham B31 2BW
Erection of balcony to front elevation with handrails, glass balustrade and two brickwork pillars for support
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-07-10
View full details - - 6 Grayswood Road Longbridge Birmingham B31 4QR
Erection of first floor rear extension and loft conversion with dormer window to rear
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-05-16
View full details - - St John the Baptist Church 4 Culmington Road Turves Green Birmingham B31 4JN
Display of 4no. non-illuminated replacement church signs.
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Cofton Common in West Midlands
Cofton Common is a small locality in Birmingham, England, situated close to Longbridge and adjacent to the Worcestershire border. Its strategic location makes it relevant for planning applications, particularly in relation to its proximity to both urban and rural developments.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cofton Common a particularly low-crime area.
Cofton Common has one conservation area within its boundaries: Austin Village. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cofton Common 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.
Planning Activity in Cofton Common
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Cofton Common. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 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 Cofton Common.
The average decision period of 87 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Cofton Common were full planning applications (15), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.