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Planning in Franche

Approved
75%
18 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 1 week
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Franche in the last 24 months, from Wyre Forest District Council's planning register.

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Around Franche

Postcode districts

DY11 220 applications in the last 12 monthsDY10 239 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wyre Forest District Council

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About Franche

Franche is a village located in Worcestershire, England, on the outskirts of Kidderminster. It benefits from convenient public transport options, including the Arriva Midlands service 297 and the Wyre Forest Dial-a-Ride service 12, along with select journeys provided by Diamond Bus on services 4 and 4A. This accessibility makes Franche a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the area. It sits within the Kidderminster district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Franche 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 Franche a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Franche, 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 Franche. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of -711 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (8), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Franche?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Franche. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Franche?
The average planning decision time near Franche is -711 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 Franche?
The planning approval rate near Franche is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Franche?
The most common type of planning application near Franche is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Franche?
You can search and track planning applications near Franche on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.