Olton, West Midlands Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Olton, West Midlands.
West Midlands · England · settlement
About Olton
Olton, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull in the West Midlands, is a suburban village with a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it developed at the junction of two major roads. Originally known as 'Oulton' to differentiate it from nearby Solihull, Olton has evolved into a vibrant community that seamlessly connects with both Solihull and Birmingham, all while preserving its distinct village character. This area presents a varied landscape for planning applications, reflecting its blend of historical charm and modern connectivity.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £401,612 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Solihull
- Parliamentary constituency: Solihull West and Shirley
- LSOA: Solihull 010C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Olton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Olton.
- 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 Olton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
28 planning applications found near Olton.
- PL/2026/00491/PPFL - 12 Greyfort Crescent Olton Solihull B92 8DW
Change the use of a C3a dwelling to a children's home (C2) for up to two children aged 5-17 years, with a manager and two carers, who will sleep overnight, working on a rota basis.
Status: Undecided | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-04-24 - - 25 St. Bernards Road Olton Solihull B92 7AU
Replace existing single glazed timber windows and front door with new double glazed timber windows and door to match the existing style.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 16 Kineton Green Road Olton Solihull B92 7EA
Prior notification for a ground floor rear extension measuring 6m beyond the original rear wall, at a maximum height of 3m, and measuring 3m at the eaves.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 50 Lyndon Road Solihull B92 7RQ
Variation of condition No. 1 following planning approval PL/2025/01520/MINFHO dated 23.9.2025 for single storey rear orangery extension and new raised patio. Namely: Raise the proposed flat roof by 59
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 25 St. Bernards Road Olton Solihull B92 7AU
Reduce height of black pine tree at the front of property (left side of the drive when looking at the house from the road) by 3m including cutting large overhanging branches that cross the main road.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 38 St. Bernards Road Olton Solihull B92 7BB
Single storey side and rear extension, dormer window to the front elevation and additional new window to the rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Hillborough Road Olton Solihull B27 6PF
Discharge condition No. 5 (Landscape and Ecological Management Plan) following planning approval PL/2024/00149/PPFL dated 05.12.2024 for Full planning permission for the erection of a 2 storey apartme
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - St Margarets Court Kineton Green Road Olton Solihull B92 7DZ
Reduce height by up to 2.5m, prune spread by up to 1m to shape and balance (retaining spread approximately 4m) on pearr fruit tree adjacent garages/neighbours' boundary. Reduce crown height and spread
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 46 - 46A Castle Lane Olton Solihull B92 8DD
New roof terrace with a polycarbonate roof and fencing with perforated metal panels.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 8 St. Margarets Road Olton Solihull B92 7JS
Leylandi (conifer) tree - Remove of tree at front of property. 6 No. Horse chestnut trees - Pollard and reduce height (rear garden).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 72 Dene Court Road Olton Solihull B92 8DJ
First floor side extension and two storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - 3 St. Bernards Road Olton Solihull B92 7AU
Fell to ground 1 No. cedar tree located in driveway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 44A Castle Lane Olton Solihull B92 8DD
Two storey side and rear extension to form 2 No. apartments.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 27 Dene Court Road Olton Solihull B92 8DG
Certificate of lawful development proposed reuse of a (3a) dwelling house as a children's home for up to two children, with a manager and two carers working on rota basis (2).
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 30 St. Bernards Road Olton Solihull B92 7BB
Fell leylandii tree and grind out roots, fell hawthorn tree and grind out roots and remove box hedge and grind out roots.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - 27 Dene Court Road Olton Solihull B92 8DG
Change of use converting house (C3) into children home (C2).
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - 29 St. Bernards Road Olton Solihull B92 7AU
Certificate of lawful development for proposed construction of a single storey detached outbuilding within the rear garden of the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - 35 Dene Court Road Olton Solihull B92 8DG
Part two storey, part single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 38 Greyfort Crescent Olton Solihull B92 8DW
Single storey side and rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 3 St. Bernards Road Olton Solihull B92 7AU
Three trees located in drive way: Trees 1 and 2 reduce each of them by 3 metres and lift each of them by 3 metres. Tree 3 prune.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-04-19
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A brief summary of Olton in West Midlands
Olton, located in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull in the West Midlands, is a suburban village with a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it developed at the junction of two major roads. Originally known as 'Oulton' to differentiate it from nearby Solihull, Olton has evolved into a vibrant community that seamlessly connects with both Solihull and Birmingham, all while preserving its distinct village character. This area presents a varied landscape for planning applications, reflecting its blend of historical charm and modern connectivity.
Property prices in Olton show an average sale price of £401,612, 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 Olton a particularly low-crime area.
Olton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
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Planning Activity in Olton
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Olton. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Olton maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 70 days on average, decisions near Olton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Olton were full planning applications (31), tree works (18), outline applications (10). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 32 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 29 applications
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