How long do planning decisions take near Madeley Heath?

The average planning decision time near Madeley Heath is 52 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 Madeley Heath?

The planning approval rate near Madeley Heath is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Madeley Heath?

The most common type of planning application near Madeley Heath is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Madeley Heath?

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Madeley Heath, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Madeley Heath, Worcestershire.

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Planning applications in Madeley Heath are administered by Bromsgrove District Council. View the full Bromsgrove District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Madeley Heath

Madeley Heath, located in the Borough of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, is a village that forms part of the larger Madeley area, which includes Madeley, Middle Madeley, and Little Madeley. The population of Madeley Heath was recorded at 4,386 in the 2001 census, declining to 4,222 by the 2011 census. This demographic information is relevant for those researching planning applications and community developments in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £250,845 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bromsgrove
Parliamentary constituency: Bromsgrove
LSOA: Bromsgrove 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Madeley Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Madeley Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Madeley Heath in Worcestershire

Property prices in Madeley Heath show an average sale price of £250,845, 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 Madeley Heath a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Madeley Heath includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Romsley Manor Farm SSSI, Madeley Heath Pit SSSI, Sling Gravel Pits SSSI and 1 more; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Madeley Heath

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Madeley Heath. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 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 Madeley Heath.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Madeley Heath were tree works (2), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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