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Planning in Compton

Approved
80%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Compton in the last 24 months, from Wolverhampton City Council's planning register.

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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.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Compton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Compton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Compton 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Compton, 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, 93 planning applications were submitted near Compton. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (20), full planning applications (5), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Compton?
In the last 24 months, 93 planning applications were submitted near Compton. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Compton?
The average planning decision time near Compton is 44 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 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Compton?
You can search and track planning applications near Compton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.