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Planning in Hollywood

Approved
92%
47 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hollywood in the last 24 months, from Bromsgrove District Council's planning register.

Decided by Bromsgrove District CouncilCouncil page

Around Hollywood

Postcode districts

B47 60 applications in the last 12 monthsB14 63 applications in the last 12 monthsB90 324 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bromsgrove District Council

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About Hollywood

Hollywood is a substantial village in the Bromsgrove district of Worcestershire, situated nearly adjacent to Birmingham and characterized by its unique historical ties to Kings Norton. Now primarily within the civil parish of Wythall, Hollywood encompasses several areas including Drakes Cross and parts of Trueman's Heath. Located 8.5 miles south of Birmingham city centre, it offers a mix of suburban living with convenient access to major urban centres, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,284. It sits within the Wythall district.

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

The area around Hollywood has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hollywood 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 Hollywood, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Hollywood. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (15), tree works (11). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 5 were dismissed (17% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hollywood?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Hollywood. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hollywood?
The average planning decision time near Hollywood is 54 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 Hollywood?
The planning approval rate near Hollywood is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hollywood?
The most common type of planning application near Hollywood is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hollywood?
You can search and track planning applications near Hollywood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.