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45 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Solihull · updated daily · Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Planning in Solihull

Approved
89%
105 of 116 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Solihull in the last 24 months, from Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Solihull Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Solihull

Postcode districts

B91 318 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Solihull

Solihull is a prominent market town located in the east of the West Midlands, England, and serves as the principal town in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull. Nestled along the River Blythe in the Forest of Arden, it boasts a population of 126,577 as of the 2021 Census. Positioned approximately 8 miles southeast of Birmingham and 14 miles west of Coventry, Solihull is a key area within the West Midlands conurbation, making it a significant focus for planning applications and development projects.

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

The area around Solihull has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Solihull 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 Solihull, 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, 151 planning applications were submitted near Solihull. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), tree works (18), outline applications (13). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Solihull?
In the last 24 months, 151 planning applications were submitted near Solihull. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Solihull?
The average planning decision time near Solihull is 75 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 Solihull?
The planning approval rate near Solihull is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Solihull?
The most common type of planning application near Solihull is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Solihull?
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