How long do planning decisions take near Griffins Hill?

The average planning decision time near Griffins Hill is 80 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 Griffins Hill?

The planning approval rate near Griffins Hill is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Griffins Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Griffins Hill is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Griffins Hill?

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Griffins Hill, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Griffins Hill, West Midlands.

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Area Information

Admin district: Birmingham
Parliamentary constituency: Birmingham Selly Oak
LSOA: Birmingham 100E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Griffins Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Griffins Hill.

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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Griffins Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Griffins Hill.

- 229 Bournville Lane Birmingham B30 1RA
Erection of single storey side and rear extension
Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 1 Fox Hill Close Birmingham B29 4AH
Erection of single storey side extension and loft conversion with new pitched roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-08-12
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A brief summary of Griffins Hill in West Midlands

Griffins Hill is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Griffins Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Griffins Hill has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bournville Village, Bournville Tenants. 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.

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Planning Activity in Griffins Hill

In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Griffins Hill. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 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 Griffins Hill.

The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Griffins Hill were full planning applications (24), outline applications (7), amendments (6). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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