How long do planning decisions take near Darlaston Green?

The average planning decision time near Darlaston Green is 63 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 Darlaston Green?

The planning approval rate near Darlaston Green is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Darlaston Green?

The most common type of planning application near Darlaston Green is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Darlaston Green?

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Darlaston Green, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Darlaston Green, West Midlands.

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About Darlaston Green

Darlaston is an industrial town situated in the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall, West Midlands, England. Located close to Bilston, Walsall, Wednesbury, Willenhall, and Tipton, Darlaston has a rich history as part of Staffordshire, making it a focal point for planning applications in the region, particularly in industrial development and urban regeneration initiatives.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £209,360 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Walsall
Parliamentary constituency: Wolverhampton South East
LSOA: Walsall 033C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Darlaston Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Darlaston Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Darlaston Green.

- 1,3,7,15,19,23,31,35 FOSTER STREET, DARLASTON, WEDNESBURY, WS10 8EQ
Full planning application for externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing buildings render ral colour to be RAL 9003 (white).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-01-05
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- 71, Bell Street, DARLASTON, WEDNESBURY, Walsall, WS10 8EN
Full planning application for externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing buildings render ral colour to be RAL 9003 (white).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 2, ADDENBROOKE STREET, DARLASTON, WEDNESBURY, WS10 8HH
Prior approval for a larger home extension for a single storey rear extension with a flat roof. Measuring 5.8 metres long from the original rear elevation, 2.7 metres total height and 2.5 metres high
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-12
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A brief summary of Darlaston Green in West Midlands

Property prices in Darlaston Green show an average sale price of £209,360, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Darlaston Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Darlaston, Willenhall. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Darlaston Green

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Darlaston Green. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 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 Darlaston Green.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Darlaston Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Darlaston Green were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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