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Planning in Grove Vale

Approved
81%
61 of 69 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Grove Vale

Grove Vale is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

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

The area around Grove Vale has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Grove Vale 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 Grove Vale, 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, 109 planning applications were submitted near Grove Vale. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (44), outline applications (18), amendments (5).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Grove Vale?
In the last 24 months, 109 planning applications were submitted near Grove Vale. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Grove Vale?
The average planning decision time near Grove Vale is 68 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 Grove Vale?
The planning approval rate near Grove Vale is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Grove Vale?
The most common type of planning application near Grove Vale is full planning applications, with 44 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Grove Vale?
You can search and track planning applications near Grove Vale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.