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Planning in Old Hill

Approved
92%
35 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Old Hill

Postcode districts

B64 57 applications in the last 12 monthsB65 82 applications in the last 12 monthsDY2 76 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 Old Hill

Old Hill is an urban village located within the metropolitan borough of Sandwell in the West Midlands, England. Positioned approximately 2 miles north of Halesowen and 3 miles south of Dudley, it is an integral part of the Black Country and the wider West Midlands conurbation, making it a key area for urban planning and development initiatives.

Property prices in Old Hill show an average sale price of £212,570, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old 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 Old Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Old 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 Old 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, 76 planning applications were submitted near Old Hill. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), amendments (7), outline applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Hill?
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Old Hill. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Hill?
The average planning decision time near Old Hill is 60 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 Old Hill?
The planning approval rate near Old Hill is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Old Hill is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.