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Planning in Elmdon Heath

Approved
89%
33 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Elmdon Heath

Elmdon Heath is a residential area in Solihull, West Midlands, situated approximately one mile north of the town centre and within the historic county of Warwickshire. The locality features essential amenities including a few shops, a garage, a community centre, a secondary school, a primary school, and a church centre, making it a well-rounded community for potential developments and planning applications.

Property prices in Elmdon Heath show an average sale price of £394,840, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elmdon 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 (May 2026). This makes Elmdon Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Elmdon Heath has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Elmdon 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Elmdon Heath. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (5), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elmdon Heath?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Elmdon Heath. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elmdon Heath?
The average planning decision time near Elmdon Heath is 66 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 Elmdon Heath?
The planning approval rate near Elmdon Heath is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elmdon Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Elmdon Heath is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elmdon Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Elmdon Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.