How long do planning decisions take near Little Bloxwich?

The average planning decision time near Little Bloxwich 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 Little Bloxwich?

The planning approval rate near Little Bloxwich is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Bloxwich?

The most common type of planning application near Little Bloxwich is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Bloxwich?

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Little Bloxwich, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Bloxwich, West Midlands.

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

About Little Bloxwich

Little Bloxwich is a market town situated in the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall, West Midlands, England. Nestled between Walsall, Cannock, Willenhall, and Brownhills, it offers a strategic location for planning applications aimed at local development and community projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: Walsall
Parliamentary constituency: Walsall and Bloxwich
LSOA: Walsall 017B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Bloxwich.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Little Bloxwich based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Little Bloxwich.

- POPLARS FARM, FISHLEY LANE, BLOXWICH, WALSALL, WS3 3PZ
Prior Approval for the erection of 2 farm buildings, 1 x 3 bay calving shed (13.72m x 13.72m) including 5 canopy, open fronted to face existing buildings to the north and 1 x 3 bay for isolation unit
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 7 and 9 CASTLETON ROAD, BLOXWICH, WALSALL, WS3 3QB
Retrospective full planning application for the installation of externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing building. Colour to be RAL 9003 (white).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 6, TAPTON CLOSE, BLOXWICH, WALSALL, WS3 3RU
Full planning application for the proposed height increase of exisitng single storey rear extension and a partial garage conversion to accomodate a shower room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-11-25
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- 34 , Matlock Road, Bloxwich, Walsall, WS3 3QD
Full planning application for externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing buildings (colour to LA approval).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-11
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- 15,17,19,25 ASHBOURNE ROAD, BLOXWICH, WALSALL, WS3 3QQ
Full planning application for externally applied wall insulation with render finish similar to existing buildings (colour to LA approval).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Little Bloxwich in West Midlands

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

Little Bloxwich has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Bloxwich Park, Old Pelsall, Bloxwich High Street, Elmore Green. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Little Bloxwich

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Little Bloxwich. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 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 Little Bloxwich.

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Little Bloxwich take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Little Bloxwich were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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