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Planning in Little Aston

Approved
83%
65 of 75 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Little Aston

Little Aston is a village located in the Lichfield District of Staffordshire, just 5 miles south of Lichfield city. It shares borders with Sutton Coldfield and Streetly and is part of the Shenstone parish. As of the 2011 census, Little Aston had a population of 2,920 residents across 1,104 households, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those researching planning applications in the area. It sits within the Shenstone district.

Property prices in Little Aston show an average sale price of £401,880, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Little Aston 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 Little Aston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Aston 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 Little Aston, 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, 83 planning applications were submitted near Little Aston. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (39), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (6).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Aston?
In the last 24 months, 83 planning applications were submitted near Little Aston. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Aston?
The average planning decision time near Little Aston is 70 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 Little Aston?
The planning approval rate near Little Aston is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Aston?
The most common type of planning application near Little Aston is full planning applications, with 39 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Aston?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Aston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.