How long do planning decisions take near Compton?

The average planning decision time near Compton is 59 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 Compton?

The planning approval rate near Compton is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Compton?

The most common type of planning application near Compton is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Compton?

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Compton, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Compton, West Midlands.

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About Compton

Compton is a suburban area located to the west of Wolverhampton city centre in the West Midlands, England. Situated along the A454, it falls within the Tettenhall Wightwick ward, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wolverhampton
Parliamentary constituency: Wolverhampton West
LSOA: Wolverhampton 020B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Compton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Compton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Compton.

- Weller Court Walnut Drive Wolverhampton West Midlands WV3 9EF
A1 - Three Pines in close proximity to 14 Weller Court to cut back to give approx. 2 metres clearance to building. Reasons: To reduce encroachment onto building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wolverhampton | Date: 2025-04-23
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A brief summary of Compton in West Midlands

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Compton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Compton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Compton

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Compton. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Compton.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Compton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Compton were tree works (13), full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (40% success rate).

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