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Planning in Coombeswood

Approved
73%
66 of 83 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Coombeswood in the last 24 months, from Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Coombeswood

Postcode districts

B62 136 applications in the last 12 monthsB65 82 applications in the last 12 monthsB64 57 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Coombeswood

Coombeswood is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Coombeswood 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 Coombeswood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Coombeswood has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Coombeswood 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 Coombeswood, 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, 122 planning applications were submitted near Coombeswood. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (61), amendments (13), discharge of conditions (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Coombeswood?
In the last 24 months, 122 planning applications were submitted near Coombeswood. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Coombeswood?
The average planning decision time near Coombeswood is 79 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 Coombeswood?
The planning approval rate near Coombeswood is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Coombeswood?
The most common type of planning application near Coombeswood is full planning applications, with 61 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Coombeswood?
You can search and track planning applications near Coombeswood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.