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Planning in Stone Cross

Approved
86%
31 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Stone Cross

Stone Cross is a residential area located in West Bromwich, within the Sandwell metropolitan borough of the West Midlands. Situated along the A4031 road connecting West Bromwich and Walsall, it is bordered by Charlemont and Grove Vale to the southwest and Friar Park to the north, making it a notable location for potential planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Stone Cross show an average sale price of £198,869, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stone Cross 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 Stone Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stone Cross 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 Stone Cross, 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, 96 planning applications were submitted near Stone Cross. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (17), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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 Stone Cross?
In the last 24 months, 96 planning applications were submitted near Stone Cross. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stone Cross?
The average planning decision time near Stone Cross is 61 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 Stone Cross?
The planning approval rate near Stone Cross is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stone Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Stone Cross is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stone Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Stone Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.