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Planning in Spennells

Approved
96%
27 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Spennells in the last 24 months, from Wyre Forest District Council's planning register.

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Around Spennells

Postcode districts

DY10 239 applications in the last 12 monthsDY11 220 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wyre Forest District Council

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About Spennells

Spennells is a suburban area located approximately a mile south of Kidderminster town centre in Worcestershire. Positioned east of the A449 and the railway line connecting Worcester and Kidderminster, Spennells features a scenic lake and is in close proximity to Kidderminster Golf Club to the north. Additionally, the nearby Spennells Valley nature reserve offers natural green spaces, making it a notable area for potential planning applications focused on residential and recreational development.

Property prices in Spennells show an average sale price of £251,245, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Spennells 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 Spennells a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Spennells has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Spennells 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Spennells, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Spennells. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (9), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Spennells?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Spennells. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Spennells?
The average planning decision time near Spennells is 44 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 Spennells?
The planning approval rate near Spennells is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Spennells?
The most common type of planning application near Spennells is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Spennells?
You can search and track planning applications near Spennells on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.