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Planning in Merridale

Approved
50%
7 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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Around Merridale

Postcode districts

WV3 170 applications in the last 12 monthsWV6 307 applications in the last 12 monthsWV1 109 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wolverhampton City Council

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About Merridale

Merridale is a residential area located in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England, positioned to the south-west of the city centre. It lies on the boundary between the Graiseley and Park wards, making it an important locality for those interested in planning applications and developments in this part of the city.

Property prices in Merridale show an average sale price of £245,024, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Merridale 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 Merridale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Merridale 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 Merridale, 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, 112 planning applications were submitted near Merridale. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), outline applications (8), full planning applications (2).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Merridale?
In the last 24 months, 112 planning applications were submitted near Merridale. The approval rate is 50%.
How long do planning decisions take near Merridale?
The average planning decision time near Merridale is 38 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 Merridale?
The planning approval rate near Merridale is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Merridale?
The most common type of planning application near Merridale is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Merridale?
You can search and track planning applications near Merridale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.