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27 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Sparkhill · updated daily · Birmingham City Council

Planning in Sparkhill

Approved
82%
93 of 109 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sparkhill

Postcode districts

B11 69 applications in the last 12 monthsB12 49 applications in the last 12 monthsB13 111 applications in the last 12 monthsB28 101 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 Sparkhill

Sparkhill is an inner-city area in Birmingham, England, bordered by Springfield, Hall Green, and Sparkbrook. Once a rural community within Worcestershire primarily focused on agriculture, Sparkhill underwent significant urban development in the 1880s, transforming it into a vibrant residential area. This evolution presents various planning opportunities and challenges for developers and local authorities alike.

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

The area around Sparkhill has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sparkhill 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 Sparkhill, 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, 118 planning applications were submitted near Sparkhill. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (49), outline applications (19), telecoms (10).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sparkhill?
In the last 24 months, 118 planning applications were submitted near Sparkhill. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sparkhill?
The average planning decision time near Sparkhill is 79 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 Sparkhill?
The planning approval rate near Sparkhill is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sparkhill?
The most common type of planning application near Sparkhill is full planning applications, with 49 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sparkhill?
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