How long do planning decisions take near The Delves?

The average planning decision time near The Delves is 81 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 The Delves?

The planning approval rate near The Delves is 57%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near The Delves?

The most common type of planning application near The Delves is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Delves?

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The Delves, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Delves, West Midlands.

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About The Delves

The Delves is a residential neighbourhood situated on the southern edge of Walsall, nestled between the Palfrey and Yew Tree estates. Its location at the outskirts of Walsall, near the boundary with Sandwell, makes it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,934 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Sandwell
Parliamentary constituency: West Bromwich
LSOA: Sandwell 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Delves.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near The Delves.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for The Delves based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near The Delves.

- 126, LORD STREET, WALSALL, WS1 4DT
Full planning application for a proposed single storey front extension, two storey side and rear extensions and single storey rear extension.
Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 275, WEST BROMWICH ROAD, WS5 4NW
Full planning application for a single storey rear extension and dropped kerb.
Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-02-16
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- 69, HAWTHORNE ROAD, WALSALL, WS5 4NB
Full planning application for the erection of a ground floor rear and side extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 44, BROADWAY WEST, WALSALL, WS1 4DZ
Full plannning application for a proposed first floor extension to the rear and internal alterations.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-11-12
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- 69, HAWTHORNE ROAD, WALSALL, WS5 4NB
Prior approval for a larger home extension for a single storey rear extension. Measuring 6 metres deep from the original rear elevation, 3.6 metres total height and 2.50 metres high at the eaves measu
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-11-10
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- 19, WALSTEAD ROAD, WALSALL, WS5 4LZ
Full planning application for a rear, side and front single storey extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-10-21
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- THE SOHO TAVERN, 246, WEST BROMWICH ROAD, WALSALL, WS1 3HL
Retrospective full planning application for front and side extensions in the form of pergola/canopy structures, rear extension in the form of an orangery style structure and new boundary wall and gate
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-11-29
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- 1, TAME STREET EAST, WALSALL, WS1 3LE
Full planning application for a Single Storey Front Porch Extension (part retrospective), single Storey side extension and single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-07-31
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- 51, HAWES ROAD, WALSALL, WS1 3LF
Single storey side and rear extensions with ground floor canopy to front elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2024-01-10
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A brief summary of The Delves in West Midlands

Property prices in The Delves show an average sale price of £221,934, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes The Delves a particularly low-crime area.

The Delves has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Caldmore Green, Bradford Street, Highgate, Church Hill. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in The Delves

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near The Delves. Of these, 57% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near The Delves.

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near The Delves were full planning applications (18), outline applications (3), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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