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Planning in Stourbridge

Approved
91%
63 of 67 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Stourbridge

Postcode districts

DY8 150 applications in the last 12 monthsDY7 108 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Stourbridge

Stourbridge is a market town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley in the West Midlands, England, approximately 11 miles west of Birmingham. Nestled along the River Stour, it historically served as the heart of British glassmaking during the Industrial Revolution and is now home to a population of around 56,950, according to the 2021 UK census. Its rich industrial heritage and strategic location within the Black Country make it an important area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in Stourbridge show an average sale price of £250,845, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stourbridge 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 Stourbridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stourbridge 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 Stourbridge, 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, 76 planning applications were submitted near Stourbridge. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (44), tree works (9), outline applications (8). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stourbridge?
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Stourbridge. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stourbridge?
The average planning decision time near Stourbridge is 63 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 Stourbridge?
The planning approval rate near Stourbridge is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stourbridge?
The most common type of planning application near Stourbridge is full planning applications, with 44 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stourbridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Stourbridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.