Goscote, West Midlands Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Goscote, West Midlands.
West Midlands · England · settlement
About Goscote
Goscote is a residential area within Walsall, West Midlands, with historical roots dating back several centuries. By the 1920s, it remained largely rural, having largely escaped the rapid industrialization that transformed much of the surrounding region. This unique blend of history and development makes Goscote an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Walsall
- Parliamentary constituency: Aldridge-Brownhills
- LSOA: Walsall 016A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Goscote.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Goscote.
- 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 Goscote based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
157 planning applications found near Goscote.
- - 39, ROUGH BROOK ROAD, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1EW
To crown reduce to 12m above ground level 3 Poplar trees to the rear of the property.
Type: Trees | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-11-20
View full details - - 135, 138, 150, 151, 153, 159, 164, 225 PELSALL LANE, WALSALL, WS4 1NE
Full planning application for externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing buildings render ral colour to be RAL 9003 (white).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Robin Nest Nursery NEW STREET, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NW
Full planning application for a single storey rear extension and proposed 4.5m dropped kerb.
Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 18, BURTON AVENUE, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NH
Prior approval for a larger home extension for a single storey rear extension. Measuring 4.00 metres deep from the original rear elevation, 3.50 metres total height and 3.00 metres high at the eaves m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - 68, WESTMINSTER ROAD, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NJ
Full planning application for a garage conversion.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - RUSHALL PRIMARY SCHOOL, PELSALL LANE, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NG
Full planning application for erection of a single storey detached classroom.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-09-10
View full details - - 99, PELSALL LANE, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NE
Full planning application for a part two storey part single storey rear extension with roof lantern.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-08-19
View full details - - 197, PELSALL LANE, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NF
Full planning application for a dropped kerb.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-07-28
View full details - - EXISTING BASE STATION, EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, PELSALL LANE, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NG
Notification under the electronic communication code for the proposed upgrade of and existing telecommunications base station installation comprising the addition of 1 no. containerised generator, upg
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-07-09
View full details - - 2, SPRINGFIELDS, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1JT
Full planning application for retrospective permission for the construction of a first-floor rear extension to create 3 one-bedroom flats.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-06-06
View full details - - 68, WESTMINSTER ROAD, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NJ
Full planning application for a proposed garage conversion.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-06-05
View full details - - 28, HAWTHORN ROAD, SHELFIELD, WALSALL, WS4 1PD
Prior approval for a larger home extension for a single storey rear extension measuring 4.40 metres long from the original rear elevation, 3.00 metres total height and 3.00 metres high at the eaves me
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-04-14
View full details - - 2, MAPLE DRIVE, SHELFIELD, WALSALL, WS4 1NR
Lawful development certificate for a proposed change of use from C3 dwelling to C4 6no. bedroom HMO with a single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-04-09
View full details - - 75, Pelsall Lane, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NE
Full planning application for a two storey rear extension with side fenestration. (Resubmission of 21/1460).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details - - EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, PELSALL LANE, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NG
Full planning application for the Placement of 3 x 40ft steel containers pitch side to house various training/welfare equipment.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-10-24
View full details - - O/S 224-226 and Near Bridge, PELSALL LANE, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NG
Installation of 1no. 10m light wood pole and 1no. 10m medium wood pole.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-15
View full details - - O/S 1, GRANGE CRESCENT, SHELFIELD, WALSALL, WS4 1NS
Installation of a 10m light wooden pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-09
View full details - - O/S 50, HAWTHORN ROAD, SHELFIELD, WALSALL, WS4 1PD
Installation of a 10m light wooden pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-09
View full details - - O/S 32, BURTON AVENUE, RUSHALL, WALSALL, WS4 1NH
Installation of a 9m light wooden pole.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-09
View full details - - O/S 30, Maple Drive, WALSALL, WS4 1NR
Installation of a 12m medium wooden pole.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-09
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A brief summary of Goscote in West Midlands
Goscote is a residential area within Walsall, West Midlands, with historical roots dating back several centuries. By the 1920s, it remained largely rural, having largely escaped the rapid industrialization that transformed much of the surrounding region. This unique blend of history and development makes Goscote an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Goscote a particularly low-crime area.
Goscote has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Old Pelsall, Pelsall Common, Old Rushall. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Goscote includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Daw End Railway Cutting SSSI. 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, Goscote 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 Goscote
In the last 24 months, 62 planning applications were submitted near Goscote. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 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 Goscote.
At 64 days on average, decisions near Goscote slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Goscote were full planning applications (35), telecoms (10), outline applications (9). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (60% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 19 applications
- Refused: 7 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 35 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Heath End planning applications
- Rushall planning applications
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- High Heath planning applications
- Coal Pool planning applications
- Pelsall planning applications
Related Planning Guides
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- 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.