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Planning in Gornalwood

Approved
77%
23 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Gornalwood

Postcode districts

DY3 109 applications in the last 12 monthsDY1 66 applications in the last 12 monthsDY5 71 applications in the last 12 monthsDY6 81 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Gornalwood

Gornalwood is a village and electoral ward within the Dudley Metropolitan Borough in the West Midlands, England, comprising the historical areas of Upper Gornal, Lower Gornal, and Gornal Wood. Previously part of Staffordshire, Gornal became part of the West Midlands County in 1974 and is located approximately 11 miles from Birmingham. This area offers a mix of residential and historical features that may be relevant for planning applications and development inquiries.

Property prices in Gornalwood show an average sale price of £239,988, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gornalwood 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 Gornalwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gornalwood has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gornalwood 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 Gornalwood, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Gornalwood. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), amendments (5), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gornalwood?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Gornalwood. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gornalwood?
The average planning decision time near Gornalwood 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 Gornalwood?
The planning approval rate near Gornalwood is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gornalwood?
The most common type of planning application near Gornalwood is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gornalwood?
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