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Planning in Lee Bank

Approved
88%
156 of 172 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lee Bank in the last 24 months, from Birmingham City Council's planning register.

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Around Lee Bank

Postcode districts

B1 42 applications in the last 12 monthsB3 32 applications in the last 12 monthsB5 51 applications in the last 12 monthsB2 21 applications in the last 12 monthsB4 39 applications in the last 12 monthsB15 87 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Birmingham City Council

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About Lee Bank

Lee Bank is an inner-city area located in Birmingham, England, falling within the Edgbaston and Ladywood wards. Positioned inside the Middle Ring Road, it serves as a significant part of the urban landscape surrounding Central Birmingham, making it relevant for various planning applications and development projects.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lee Bank 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 Lee Bank 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, Lee Bank 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 Lee Bank, 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, 215 planning applications were submitted near Lee Bank. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (50), full planning applications (32), advertising consent (32). 6 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lee Bank?
In the last 24 months, 215 planning applications were submitted near Lee Bank. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lee Bank?
The average planning decision time near Lee Bank is 93 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 Lee Bank?
The planning approval rate near Lee Bank is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lee Bank?
The most common type of planning application near Lee Bank is discharge of conditions, with 50 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lee Bank?
You can search and track planning applications near Lee Bank on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.