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Planning in The Lakes

Approved
92%
24 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About The Lakes

The Lakes is a settlement located in Worcestershire, England.

Property prices in The Lakes show an average sale price of £309,177, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Lakes 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 The Lakes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around The Lakes has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Lakes 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 The Lakes, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near The Lakes. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Lakes?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near The Lakes. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near The Lakes?
The average planning decision time near The Lakes is 49 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 Lakes?
The planning approval rate near The Lakes is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Lakes?
The most common type of planning application near The Lakes is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Lakes?
You can search and track planning applications near The Lakes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.