Fordbridge, West Midlands Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Fordbridge, West Midlands.
West Midlands · England · settlement
About Fordbridge
Fordbridge is a civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull in the West Midlands, England. It forms part of the Chelmsley Wood estate and is situated to the west of the River Cole. Historically part of Warwickshire, Fordbridge had a population of 8,749 as recorded in the 2001 census, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community development initiatives.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Solihull
- Parliamentary constituency: Meriden and Solihull East
- LSOA: Solihull 007C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Fordbridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Fordbridge.
- 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 Fordbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Fordbridge.
- - 141 - 143 Waterloo Avenue Fordbridge Solihull B37 6QE
Erection of single storey rear extension to form a commercial store. Conversion of dwelling ground floor to provide staff facilities for adjoining commercial unit with dedicated access to the front el
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - 113 Cooks Lane Kingshurst Solihull B37 6NU
Single storey rear & first floor side & rear extension & front porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2024-10-04
View full details - - Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst Cooks Lane Kingshurst Solihull B37 6NU
Prior notification to install solar photovoltaic panels on the roof surfaces of the site.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2024-06-13
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A brief summary of Fordbridge in West Midlands
Fordbridge is a civil parish located within the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull in the West Midlands, England. It forms part of the Chelmsley Wood estate and is situated to the west of the River Cole. Historically part of Warwickshire, Fordbridge had a population of 8,749 as recorded in the 2001 census, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community development initiatives.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Fordbridge a particularly low-crime area.
Fordbridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Fordbridge includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fordbridge 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.
Planning Activity in Fordbridge
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Fordbridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Fordbridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Fordbridge were outline applications (4), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.