How long do planning decisions take near Leighswood?

The average planning decision time near Leighswood is 58 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 Leighswood?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Leighswood?

The most common type of planning application near Leighswood is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Leighswood?

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Leighswood, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Leighswood, West Midlands.

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Planning applications in Leighswood are administered by Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Leighswood

Aldridge, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall in the West Midlands, is the second-largest town in the Walsall Borough. Originally a village in Staffordshire until 1974, it is positioned three miles from Brownhills, five miles from Walsall, six miles from Sutton Coldfield, and seven miles from Lichfield. Its development and proximity to these key areas make it a relevant location for planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,934 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Walsall
Parliamentary constituency: Aldridge-Brownhills
LSOA: Walsall 022D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Leighswood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

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

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Leighswood.

- 99, WALSALL WOOD ROAD, ALDRIDGE, WALSALL, WS9 8RD
Full planning application for a proposed single storey front extension, single storey rear extension and loft conversion including first floor extension with roof re-design.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-01-30
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- 33, OLD OAK CLOSE, ALDRIDGE, WALSALL, WS9 8SE
Sycamore – to crown reduce by 2-3 metres.
Type: Trees | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-09-22
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- THE ALDRIDGE DAY NURSERY, PRINT HOUSE, NORTHGATE, ALDRIDGE, WALSALL, WS9 8TH
Full planning application for increase in number of children from 80 to 110 and provision of additional floorspace at ground floor.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-09-11
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- 144, LEIGHSWOOD AVENUE, ALDRIDGE, WALSALL, WS9 8BB
Full planning application for a two storey side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-08-08
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- 70, WALSALL WOOD ROAD, ALDRIDGE, WALSALL, WS9 8QT
Listed Building Consent: Retrospective planning application for resurfaced drive with relocation of driveway entrance to the western side. 1.8m high pillars and gate and new dropped kerb enclosure of
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Walsall | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Leighswood in West Midlands

Property prices in Leighswood show an average sale price of £221,934, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Leighswood has one conservation area within its boundaries: Aldridge. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Leighswood includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stubbers Green Bog SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Leighswood

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Leighswood. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Leighswood.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Leighswood slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Leighswood were full planning applications (8), tree works (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 62% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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