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19 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Sandwell · updated daily · Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
- 99 Messenger Road Smethwick B66 3EBAwaiting decisionProposed single storey side extension and loft conversion (Revision to refused planning permission DC/26/71724)Received 6 Oct 2026DC/26/72112
- 32 Doulton Drive Smethwick B66 1RAAwaiting decisionProposed discharge of conditions 3 and 5 of planning permission DC/25/70200Discharge of ConditionsReceived 5 Oct 2026DOC/26/01085
- Land At The Junction Of Watery Lane/High Street SmethwickAwaiting decisionProposed installation of a Mobility Hub (Lawful Development Certificate).Received 30 Sep 2026DC/26/71941
- 18 Tollgate Precinct High Street Smethwick B67 7RAAwaiting decisionProposed change of use of part ground floor and first floor from storage to adult daycare centre with outdoor first floor covered terrace garden with retractable roof, 2 No. external staircases, 1 No. raised access ramp, fenestration alterations and associated works.Change of UseReceived 29 Sep 2026DC/26/72153
- Bishop Gate Works Rolfe Street Smethwick B66 2ARAwaiting decisionProposed change of use of first and second floors from offices to 18 No. bedroom (18 No. person) HMO and fenestration alterations.Received 25 Sep 2026DC/26/72069
Planning in Sandwell
- Approved
- 84%
- 70 of 82 decided
- Decision time
- about 10 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sandwell in the last 24 months, from Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Sandwell
Postcode districts
B66 109 applications in the last 12 monthsB21 36 applications in the last 12 monthsB71 147 applications in the last 12 monthsB67 118 applications in the last 12 monthsB70 190 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
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About Sandwell
Sandwell is a vibrant metropolitan borough in the West Midlands, England, comprising the six towns of Oldbury, Rowley Regis, Smethwick, Tipton, Wednesbury, and West Bromwich. Named after the historic Sandwell Priory, the borough is characterized by its dense population and urban development. Notably, Rowley Regis encompasses the areas of Blackheath and Cradley Heath, making Sandwell a focal point for planning applications and development initiatives in the region.
Property prices in Sandwell show an average sale price of £212,480, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sandwell 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 Sandwell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Sandwell has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sandwell 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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In the last 24 months, 124 planning applications were submitted near Sandwell. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (43), outline applications (23), amendments (13). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).