Copt Heath, West Midlands Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Copt Heath, West Midlands.
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About Copt Heath
Copt Heath is a sizable village located approximately 3 miles east-southeast of Solihull in the West Midlands. It falls within the Arden area of the historic county of Warwickshire and has been part of the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull since 1974. With a population of 10,678, Copt Heath is situated just 2.5 miles from the Warwickshire border, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Solihull
- Parliamentary constituency: Meriden and Solihull East
- LSOA: Solihull 017D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Copt Heath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Copt Heath.
- 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 Copt Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Copt Heath.
- - 36 Langfield Road Knowle Solihull B93 9PN
Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission dated 06.01.26 reference PL/2025/02186/MINFHO. for : Single storey rear extension, a lean-to roof to the front with apex, conversion of the garage, infi
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 1403 Warwick Road Knowle Solihull B93 9LR
Ground floor kitchen extension and internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 6 Abbots Close Knowle Solihull B93 9PP
First floor extension above garage to form en suite, alterations to porch and single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 1220 Warwick Road Knowle Solihull B93 9LN
Fell weeping willow trees (T64 and G32), remove deadwood and prune branches overhanging neighbouring property on pedunculate oak tree (T55), and remove deadwood hangers and split branches overhanging
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - 41 Abbots Close Knowle Solihull B93 9PP
Single storey rear extension to form open-plan kitchen diner.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 1428 Warwick Road Knowle Solihull B93 9LG
Two storey rear extension with open porch and pitched roof over existing garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2023-10-14
View full details - - 4 Wychwood Avenue Knowle Solihull B93 9DA
Single storey side extension to replace existing extension and single storey rear extension to bay window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2023-04-22
View full details - - 1611 Warwick Road Knowle Solihull B93 9LU
Pollard false acacia tree, as it has severe lean over the car park due to die back and decay in the base. Plant liquid amber tree for future.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Copt Heath in West Midlands
Copt Heath is a sizable village located approximately 3 miles east-southeast of Solihull in the West Midlands. It falls within the Arden area of the historic county of Warwickshire and has been part of the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull since 1974. With a population of 10,678, Copt Heath is situated just 2.5 miles from the Warwickshire border, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Copt Heath a particularly low-crime area.
Copt Heath has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Copt Heath includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Blythe SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Copt Heath 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 Copt Heath
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Copt Heath. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Copt Heath may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 60 days on average, decisions near Copt Heath slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Copt Heath were full planning applications (20), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 53% 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.