Shirley, West Midlands Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Shirley, West Midlands.
West Midlands · England · settlement
Planning applications in Shirley are administered by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Shirley
Shirley is a vibrant area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, West Midlands, England. Once a rural settlement in Warwickshire, it has now developed into a suburban extension, seamlessly connecting with the neighbouring towns of Solihull and Birmingham. This evolving landscape presents a range of opportunities for planning applications and development projects in the region.
Population: 35,689 · Elevation: 145m
District: Solihull
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £394,840 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Solihull
- Parliamentary constituency: Solihull West and Shirley
- LSOA: Solihull 030A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Shirley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shirley.
- 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 based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
34 planning applications found near Shirley.
- - 145 Stanway Road Shirley Solihull B90 3JQ
Reduce oak tree T1 by 30% (2.5-3m) in canopy size to suitable growth points, dead wood removed throughout canopy. Ply board over decking, building roof, and remove damageable items such as fence panel
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - 81 Prospect Lane Solihull B91 1HW
Vary condition No. 1 (plans) following planning approval PL/2025/02208/MINFHO dated 21.1.2006 for single storey front and rear extension. Two storey side extension. Replacement roof with new dormer wi
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - 2 Radbourne Road Shirley Solihull B90 3RU
Change of use of dwelling to a children's home (C2).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 160 Stanway Road Shirley Solihull B90 3JH
Internal alterations and raised ground floor side and rear roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 37 Stanway Road Shirley Solihull B90 3JD
Prior notification for a ground floor rear extension measuring 4.5m beyond the original rear wall, at a maximum height of 3.9m, and measuring 2.4m at the eaves.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 65 Radbourne Road Shirley Solihull B90 3RR
Non-material amendment following planning approval PL/2025/00397/MINFHO dated 7.4.2025 for Single storey extensions to front and rear with garage conversion. Namely: to change to porch to form enclose
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 63 Jacey Road Shirley Solihull B90 3LN
Wraparound single storey extension and garage conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 37 Stanway Road Shirley Solihull B90 3JD
Prior notification for a ground floor rear extension measuring 4.5m beyond the original rear wall, at a maximum height of 3.9m, and measuring 2.4m at the eaves.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 5 Thornyfield Road Shirley Solihull B90 3HP
Single storey extension to front and rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 91 Prospect Lane Solihull B91 1HS
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 27 Ufton Crescent Shirley Solihull B90 3RX
T1 Oak tree - Fell and remove. T2 Ash tree - Dead wood.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 16 Swinbrook Way Shirley Solihull B90 3LZ
T1 Oak - 10% Crown Reduction and 10% Crown Thin, T2 Oak - 10% Crown Reduction and 10% Crown Thin, T3 Oak - 10% Crown Reduction and 10% Crown Thin, and T4 Oak - Reduce length of lateral limbs on the ho
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 167 Welford Road Shirley Solihull B90 3HT
Loft extension and conversion, single storey rear extension and new raised patio.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 73 Stanway Road Shirley Solihull B90 3JF
Prior notification for a ground floor rear kitchen extension measuring 4m beyond the original rear wall, at a maximum height of 3m, and measuring 2.4m at the eaves.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 81 Prospect Lane Solihull B91 1HW
Single storey front and rear extension. Two storey side extension. Replacement roof with new dormer windows. Wheelchair access to ground and first floor via lift.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - 27 Solihull Road Shirley Solihull B90 3HB
T1 Oak tree - Crown Reduce by 10-15%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 189 Ralph Road Shirley Solihull B90 3LB
Single storey side and rear extension with garage conversion.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-08-22
View full details - - 209 Ralph Road Shirley Solihull B90 3LE
Single storey rear extension with pitched roof and alterations to existing side extension roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - 73 Stanway Road Shirley Solihull B90 3JF
Single storey front, side and rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-06-15
View full details - - 149 Welford Road Shirley Solihull B90 3HT
Certificate of lawful development for proposed hip to gable roof with rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Solihull | Date: 2025-05-23
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A brief summary of Shirley in West Midlands
Shirley is a vibrant area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull, West Midlands, England. Once a rural settlement in Warwickshire, it has now developed into a suburban extension, seamlessly connecting with the neighbouring towns of Solihull and Birmingham. This evolving landscape presents a range of opportunities for planning applications and development projects in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 35,689. It sits within the Solihull district.
Shirley sits at an elevation of 145 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Shirley show an average sale price of £394,840, 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 a particularly low-crime area.
Shirley 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 includes 6 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 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
In the last 24 months, 70 planning applications were submitted near Shirley. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Shirley maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 52 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 were full planning applications (38), outline applications (12), tree works (8). Full planning applications account for 54% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 36 applications
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