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Planning in Kingswinford

Approved
85%
41 of 47 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Kingswinford

Postcode districts

DY6 81 applications in the last 12 monthsDY8 150 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Kingswinford

Kingswinford is a town located within the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley in the West Midlands, approximately 5 miles west-southwest of central Dudley and adjacent to the South Staffordshire district. As of the 2011 Census, it had a population of 25,191, reflecting a slight decline from 25,808 in 2001. This demographic information is essential for understanding local planning applications and community development initiatives in the area.

Property prices in Kingswinford show an average sale price of £258,390, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kingswinford 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 Kingswinford 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, Kingswinford 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 Kingswinford, 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, 61 planning applications were submitted near Kingswinford. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), tree works (16), outline applications (4). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingswinford?
In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Kingswinford. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingswinford?
The average planning decision time near Kingswinford is 71 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 Kingswinford?
The planning approval rate near Kingswinford is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingswinford?
The most common type of planning application near Kingswinford is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingswinford?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingswinford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.