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Planning in Dudley

Approved
78%
32 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Dudley

Dudley is a market town located in the West Midlands, approximately 6 miles southeast of Wolverhampton and 8 miles northwest of Birmingham. Historically part of Worcestershire, it serves as the administrative centre for the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley, which has a population of around 312,900. Known as the capital of the Black Country, Dudley is a key area for planning applications and developments in the region, with a population of 79,379 recorded in the 2011 census.

Property prices in Dudley show an average sale price of £245,117, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dudley 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 Dudley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Dudley, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Dudley. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (6), amendments (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dudley?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Dudley. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dudley?
The average planning decision time near Dudley is 85 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 Dudley?
The planning approval rate near Dudley is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dudley?
The most common type of planning application near Dudley is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dudley?
You can search and track planning applications near Dudley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.