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Planning in Selly Park

Approved
75%
123 of 159 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Selly Park

Postcode districts

B29 169 applications in the last 12 monthsB30 70 applications in the last 12 monthsB13 111 applications in the last 12 monthsB5 51 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Birmingham City Council

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About Selly Park

Selly Park is a residential suburb situated in the south-west of Birmingham, West Midlands. Nestled between the Bristol Road (A38) and Pershore Road (A441), it offers a blend of residential living and accessibility, making it a key area for planning applications related to housing and local development.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Selly Park 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 Selly Park a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Selly Park 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Selly Park, 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, 179 planning applications were submitted near Selly Park. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (62), outline applications (27), amendments (22).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Selly Park?
In the last 24 months, 179 planning applications were submitted near Selly Park. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Selly Park?
The average planning decision time near Selly Park is 77 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 Selly Park?
The planning approval rate near Selly Park is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Selly Park?
The most common type of planning application near Selly Park is full planning applications, with 62 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Selly Park?
You can search and track planning applications near Selly Park on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.