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Planning in Ocker Hill

Approved
96%
25 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Ocker Hill

Postcode districts

DY4 130 applications in the last 12 monthsB70 190 applications in the last 12 monthsWS10 140 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 Ocker Hill

Ocker Hill is a residential area located on the border of Tipton and Wednesbury in the West Midlands. This community offers a mix of housing options and is an important consideration for those researching planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Ocker Hill show an average sale price of £218,014, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ocker Hill 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 Ocker Hill 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, Ocker Hill 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 Ocker Hill, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Ocker Hill. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ocker Hill?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Ocker Hill. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ocker Hill?
The average planning decision time near Ocker Hill is 58 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 Ocker Hill?
The planning approval rate near Ocker Hill is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ocker Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Ocker Hill is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ocker Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Ocker Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.