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24 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Penn · updated daily · Wolverhampton City Council

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Planning in Penn

Approved
61%
11 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Penn

Postcode districts

WV4 163 applications in the last 12 monthsWV3 170 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 Penn

Penn is a vibrant area straddling the boundary between the City of Wolverhampton in the West Midlands and South Staffordshire, England. With a population of 12,718 according to the 2011 census, it has transitioned from its origins as a village in historic Staffordshire to a key locality for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Penn 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 Penn 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 Penn 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, Penn 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 Penn, 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, 116 planning applications were submitted near Penn. Of these, 61% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were outline applications (15), tree works (13), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Penn?
In the last 24 months, 116 planning applications were submitted near Penn. The approval rate is 61%.
How long do planning decisions take near Penn?
The average planning decision time near Penn is 45 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 Penn?
The planning approval rate near Penn is 61%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Penn?
The most common type of planning application near Penn is outline applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Penn?
You can search and track planning applications near Penn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.