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Planning in Lower Gornal

Approved
75%
36 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Lower Gornal

Lower Gornal is a village and electoral ward within the Dudley Metropolitan Borough in the West Midlands, England. Comprising the historical villages of Upper Gornal, Lower Gornal, and Gornal Wood, it has a rich heritage dating back to its time in Staffordshire before the establishment of the West Midlands County in 1974. Located just 11 miles from Birmingham, Lower Gornal offers a unique blend of historical significance and community development opportunities for prospective planning applications.

Property prices in Lower Gornal show an average sale price of £239,988, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Gornal 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 Lower Gornal a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lower Gornal has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Gornal 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 Lower Gornal, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Lower Gornal. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), tree works (9), amendments (9). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Gornal?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Lower Gornal. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Gornal?
The average planning decision time near Lower Gornal is 80 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 Lower Gornal?
The planning approval rate near Lower Gornal is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Gornal?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Gornal is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Gornal?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Gornal on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.