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Planning in Roughley

Approved
76%
29 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Roughley

Roughley is an affluent semi-rural residential area in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, situated about 8 miles northeast of Birmingham city centre. It became its own ward, Sutton Roughley, following boundary changes in 2018, and is the northernmost part of the Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council's administrative area. This unique location offers a blend of suburban charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Roughley show an average sale price of £401,880, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Roughley 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 Roughley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Roughley 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 Roughley, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Roughley. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), outline applications (7), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Roughley?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Roughley. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Roughley?
The average planning decision time near Roughley is 88 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 Roughley?
The planning approval rate near Roughley is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Roughley?
The most common type of planning application near Roughley is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Roughley?
You can search and track planning applications near Roughley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.