Shirley Heath, West Midlands Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Shirley Heath, West Midlands.
West Midlands · England · settlement
About Shirley Heath
Shirley Heath is a notable linguistic anthropologist and professor emerita, recognized for her contributions to the field of English at Stanford University. Her research has influenced various educational and cultural studies, making her a significant figure in understanding language and its social implications. This context may be valuable for those exploring planning applications in areas influenced by academic institutions and cultural development.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £401,612 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Solihull
- Parliamentary constituency: Solihull West and Shirley
- LSOA: Solihull 030C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Shirley Heath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shirley Heath.
- 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 Shirley Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Shirley Heath.
- - 7 Langcomb Road Shirley Solihull B90 2RE
Two storey side extension over existing garage and 3m rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 8 Binley Close Shirley Solihull B90 2RB
Demolition of an extension and conservatory that poorly perform in terms of space, useability and energy efficiency. Erect new extension to provide additional flexible living space with a ground floor
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 48 Woodlands Lane Shirley Solihull B90 2PT
Erection of a single storey log cabin with a low-pitched roof, measuring 7.7m x 4.7m maximum at the bottom of the garden of the dwelling. The log cabin is to be constructed with 70mm thick slow grown
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 10 Sandfield Close Shirley Solihull B90 2SD
Single storey rear extension and conversion of existing rear store to be included into the rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 5 Amington Road Shirley Solihull B90 2RF
Erect detached garden room.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 77 Binley Close Shirley Solihull B90 2RB
External alterations including driveway resurfacing, fenestration upgrades, new fascias/soffits, replacement garage door, upgraded utility roof with rooflights, and rear fence replacement.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 40 Woodlands Lane Shirley Solihull B90 2PT
Two storey rear extension and single storey front porch/garage extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 7 Micklehill Drive Shirley Solihull B90 2PU
Single storey rear extension and garage conversion.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-12-30
View full details - - 3 Stretton Road Shirley Solihull B90 2RL
Discharge condition 3 (Materials) of planning approval PL/2021/01080/MINFHO dated 25.05.2021 for Single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Solihull | Date: 2024-11-08
View full details - - 5 Amington Road Shirley Solihull B90 2RF
Replacement of existing garage with bedroom over. Rear single storey extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2023-12-23
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A brief summary of Shirley Heath in West Midlands
Shirley Heath is a notable linguistic anthropologist and professor emerita, recognized for her contributions to the field of English at Stanford University. Her research has influenced various educational and cultural studies, making her a significant figure in understanding language and its social implications. This context may be valuable for those exploring planning applications in areas influenced by academic institutions and cultural development.
Property prices in Shirley Heath show an average sale price of £401,612, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Shirley Heath a particularly low-crime area.
Shirley Heath has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Shirley Heath 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shirley Heath 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.
Planning Activity in Shirley Heath
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Shirley Heath. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Shirley Heath may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Shirley Heath were full planning applications (21), tree works (5), amendments (5). Full planning applications account for 51% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.