How long do planning decisions take near Short Heath (B23)?

The average planning decision time near Short Heath (B23) is 56 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 Short Heath (B23)?

The planning approval rate near Short Heath (B23) is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Short Heath (B23)?

The most common type of planning application near Short Heath (B23) is outline applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Short Heath (B23)?

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Short Heath (B23), West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Short Heath (B23), West Midlands.

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Planning applications in Short Heath (B23) are administered by Birmingham City Council. View the full Birmingham City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Short Heath (B23)

Short Heath is a vibrant area in Birmingham, England, located near Erdington and identified by the postcode B23. This locale is significant for those researching planning applications, as its proximity to urban amenities and residential developments may influence local planning dynamics.

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Area Information

Admin district: Birmingham
Parliamentary constituency: Birmingham Erdington
LSOA: Birmingham 014F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Short Heath (B23).

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 Short Heath (B23) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Short Heath (B23).

- 31 Elstree Road Birmingham B23 6JN
Erection of 5.5 metre deep single storey rear extension. Maximum height 4 metres, eaves height 2.8 metres
Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-04-29
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- 10 Hesketh Crescent Birmingham B23 7EQ
Application for lawful development certificate for proposed garage conversion to habitable room and new conservatory to rear
Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 9 Endmoor Grove Birmingham B23 5DT
Erection of single storey side extension and detached outbuilding to rear
Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 86 Crowther Road Birmingham B23 7DJ
Erection of 5 metre deep single storey rear extension. Maximum height 3 metres, eaves height 3 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 22 Hidson Road Birmingham B23 7DY
Erection of 6 metre deep single storey rear extension. Maximum height 3.8 metres, eaves height 2.9 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 37 Hesketh Crescent Erdington Birmingham B23 7EQ
Erection of two storey side extension, single and two storey rear extension and porch to front.
Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-12-24
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- 65 Woolmore Road Erdington Birmingham B23 7EB
Erection of single storey detached outbuilding to rear.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-10-27
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- 33 Hidson Road Birmingham B23 7DY
Erection of two storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-10-24
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- 78 Hesketh Crescent Erdington Birmingham B23 7EG
Erection of two storey side and rear and single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-07-23
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- 285 Streetly Road Birmingham B23 5JN
Erection of 5.74 metre deep single storey rear extension. Maximum height 3 metres, eaves height 2.65 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-07-31
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- 15-17 Perry Common Road Perry Common Birmingham B23 7AB
Change of use to car wash (Sui-Generis) with associated parking and erection of 2no. canopies
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2023-11-02
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- 275 Short Heath Road Birmingham B23 7AA
Erection of 5 metre deep single storey rear extension. Maximum height 2.9 metres. Eaves height 2.9 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2023-10-28
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A brief summary of Short Heath (B23) in West Midlands

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Short Heath (B23) a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Short Heath (B23) 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 Short Heath (B23)

In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Short Heath (B23). Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Short Heath (B23).

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Short Heath (B23) were outline applications (22), full planning applications (18), amendments (2).

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