How long do planning decisions take near Fishley?

The average planning decision time near Fishley is 82 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 Fishley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Fishley?

The most common type of planning application near Fishley is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fishley?

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Fishley, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fishley, West Midlands.

West Midlands · England · settlement

Planning applications in Fishley are administered by Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Fishley

Fishley is a village located in the West Midlands region of England, within the civil parish of Upton with Fishley. This quaint community offers a blend of rural charm and local amenities, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments within the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,934 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Walsall
Parliamentary constituency: Walsall and Bloxwich
LSOA: Walsall 017D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fishley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Fishley.

- POPLARS FARM, FISHLEY LANE, BLOXWICH, WALSALL, WS3 3PZ
Prior Approval for the erection of 2 farm buildings, 1 x 3 bay calving shed (13.72m x 13.72m) including 5 canopy, open fronted to face existing buildings to the north and 1 x 3 bay for isolation unit
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 7 and 9 CASTLETON ROAD, BLOXWICH, WALSALL, WS3 3QB
Retrospective full planning application for the installation of externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing building. Colour to be RAL 9003 (white).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 6, TAPTON CLOSE, BLOXWICH, WALSALL, WS3 3RU
Full planning application for the proposed height increase of exisitng single storey rear extension and a partial garage conversion to accomodate a shower room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-11-25
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- 34 , Matlock Road, Bloxwich, Walsall, WS3 3QD
Full planning application for externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing buildings (colour to LA approval).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-11
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- 15,17,19,25 ASHBOURNE ROAD, BLOXWICH, WALSALL, WS3 3QQ
Full planning application for externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing buildings (colour to LA approval).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Fishley in West Midlands

Property prices in Fishley show an average sale price of £221,934, 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 Fishley a particularly low-crime area.

Fishley has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Bloxwich Park, Old Pelsall, Bloxwich High Street, Elmore Green. 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 Fishley

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Fishley. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 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 Fishley.

The average decision period of 82 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Fishley were full planning applications (5), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% 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, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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