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Planning in Falcon Lodge

Approved
82%
46 of 54 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Falcon Lodge in the last 24 months, from Birmingham City Council's planning register.

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About Falcon Lodge

Falcon Lodge is a residential area in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, within the West Midlands. Characterized mainly by council housing, the Falcon Lodge Estate is situated between Whitehouse Common and Reddicap Heath, with Rectory Park to the west. This area serves as a transitional zone between the urban environment of Sutton Coldfield and the surrounding English countryside, making it relevant for planning applications focused on residential development and community services.

Property prices in Falcon Lodge show an average sale price of £401,880, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Falcon Lodge 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 Falcon Lodge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Falcon Lodge has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Falcon Lodge 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 Falcon Lodge, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Falcon Lodge. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 98 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (28), outline applications (18), discharge of conditions (8).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Falcon Lodge?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Falcon Lodge. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Falcon Lodge?
The average planning decision time near Falcon Lodge is 98 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 Falcon Lodge?
The planning approval rate near Falcon Lodge is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Falcon Lodge?
The most common type of planning application near Falcon Lodge is full planning applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Falcon Lodge?
You can search and track planning applications near Falcon Lodge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.