How long do planning decisions take near Rubery?

The average planning decision time near Rubery is 86 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 Rubery?

The planning approval rate near Rubery is 43%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rubery?

The most common type of planning application near Rubery is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rubery?

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Rubery, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rubery, West Midlands.

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About Rubery

Rubery comprises two closely located settlements: a village in Worcestershire's Bromsgrove District and a suburb of Birmingham in the West Midlands. Situated just 4 miles from Bromsgrove town centre and 7 miles from Birmingham city centre, Rubery offers a blend of rural charm and suburban convenience, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Bromsgrove
Parliamentary constituency: Bromsgrove
LSOA: Bromsgrove 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rubery.

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 Rubery based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Rubery.

- Morrisons Supermarket Bristol Road South/Park Way Rubery Birmingham B45 9AH
Application to determine the details for condition number (4- Submission of hard and/or soft landscape details) attached to reference number 2024/02773/PA
Type: Conditions | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 1774 Bristol Road South Birmingham B45 9PF
Erection of single storey rear extension
Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-06
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- 19 Barnard Close Birmingham B45 9SZ
Installation of window to side elevation and sliding doors to rear elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-01-12
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- Morrisons Supermarket Bristol Road South Rubery Birmingham B45 9AH
Proposed extension to the existing sales building, bin store and associated works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-07-10
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- Hollywood Bowl Parkway Rubery Birmingham B45 9PL
Notification for Prior Approval for the installation of roof mounted Solar PV panels with 213.15 kWp capacity
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of Rubery in West Midlands

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rubery a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Rubery includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Rubery

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Rubery. Of these, 43% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Rubery.

The average decision period of 86 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Rubery were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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