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26 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Dickens Heath · updated daily · Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Dickens Heath

Approved
78%
29 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Dickens Heath

Postcode districts

B90 324 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Dickens Heath

Dickens Heath is a contemporary village and civil parish located in the borough of Solihull, West Midlands, and historic Warwickshire. It includes the older hamlet of Whitlocks End and was formerly part of Hockley Heath parish. The area is bordered by Cheswick Green and Tidbury Green to the north, and Major's Green in Worcestershire to the south, making it a vital point for planning applications in the region.

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

The area around Dickens Heath has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Dickens Heath, 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Dickens Heath. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (9), tree works (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dickens Heath?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Dickens Heath. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dickens Heath?
The average planning decision time near Dickens Heath is 92 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 Dickens Heath?
The planning approval rate near Dickens Heath is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dickens Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Dickens Heath is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dickens Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Dickens Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.