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Planning in Oakham

Approved
79%
22 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Oakham

Postcode districts

B69 143 applications in the last 12 monthsDY2 76 applications in the last 12 monthsB65 82 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Oakham

Oakham, located in Dudley, England, sits atop Turners Hill, the highest point in the West Midlands. This elevated area offers unique planning opportunities and challenges due to its topography, making it a key consideration for any development projects in the region. It sits within the Sandwell district.

Property prices in Oakham show an average sale price of £319,673, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Oakham 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 Oakham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oakham 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 Oakham, 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, 64 planning applications were submitted near Oakham. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), outline applications (6), amendments (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oakham?
In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Oakham. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oakham?
The average planning decision time near Oakham is 62 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 Oakham?
The planning approval rate near Oakham is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oakham?
The most common type of planning application near Oakham is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oakham?
You can search and track planning applications near Oakham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.