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Planning in Great Wyrley

Approved
82%
49 of 58 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Great Wyrley in the last 24 months, from South Staffordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Great Wyrley

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About Great Wyrley

Great Wyrley is a village and civil parish located in the South Staffordshire district of England, forming a built-up area alongside Cheslyn Hay, Churchbridge, Landywood, and Little Wyrley. Situated approximately 6 miles north of Walsall and Wolverhampton, with Cannock directly to the north, the village had a population of 11,060 according to the 2011 census. This growing community may present various planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and researchers. The settlement has a population of approximately 10,954 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Staffordshire district.

Property prices in Great Wyrley show an average sale price of £253,660, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Wyrley 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 Great Wyrley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Wyrley 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 Great Wyrley, 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, 66 planning applications were submitted near Great Wyrley. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (29), discharge of conditions (10), outline applications (7).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Wyrley?
In the last 24 months, 66 planning applications were submitted near Great Wyrley. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Wyrley?
The average planning decision time near Great Wyrley is 67 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 Great Wyrley?
The planning approval rate near Great Wyrley is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Wyrley?
The most common type of planning application near Great Wyrley is full planning applications, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Wyrley?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Wyrley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.