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Planning in Sutton Coldfield

Approved
81%
35 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sutton Coldfield

Postcode districts

B75 93 applications in the last 12 monthsB76 98 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 Sutton Coldfield

Sutton Coldfield is a town and civil parish located within the city of Birmingham, West Midlands, England. Situated approximately 8 miles northeast of Birmingham city centre, it is also 8 miles south of Lichfield and 7 miles from both Tamworth and Walsall, making it an accessible location for potential planning applications and developments in the area. The town has a population of approximately 96,475 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Birmingham district.

Property prices in Sutton Coldfield show an average sale price of £401,880, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sutton Coldfield 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 Sutton Coldfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sutton Coldfield has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sutton Coldfield 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 Sutton Coldfield, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Coldfield. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), outline applications (15), discharge of conditions (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sutton Coldfield?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Coldfield. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sutton Coldfield?
The average planning decision time near Sutton Coldfield is 89 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 Sutton Coldfield?
The planning approval rate near Sutton Coldfield is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton Coldfield?
The most common type of planning application near Sutton Coldfield is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sutton Coldfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Sutton Coldfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.