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Planning in The Vale

Approved
84%
72 of 82 decided
Decision time
about 16 weeks
on average

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

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Around The Vale

Postcode districts

B15 87 applications in the last 12 monthsB5 51 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 The Vale

The Vale is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Vale 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 Vale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around The Vale has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Vale 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near The Vale, 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 The Vale. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 109 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (45), discharge of conditions (24), listed building and heritage (12).

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 5 were dismissed (17% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Vale?
In the last 24 months, 96 planning applications were submitted near The Vale. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near The Vale?
The average planning decision time near The Vale is 109 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 Vale?
The planning approval rate near The Vale is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Vale?
The most common type of planning application near The Vale is full planning applications, with 45 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Vale?
You can search and track planning applications near The Vale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.